Friends, on hearing the name of England, Indians remember the shine, glamour, lifestyle and the face of those who ruled for 200 years. We all consider England to be a country, but technically, Britain is not a country - it is an island. This large island is home to three different countries: England, Scotland and Wales. Let's know why it is still known as England-
What is Britain made of?
Britain refers to the island that includes England, Scotland and Wales.
It is part of the larger sovereign state known as the United Kingdom (UK), which also includes Northern Ireland.
About England:
England is one of the three countries located on the island of Britain.
Its capital is London, which is also the capital of the entire United Kingdom.
The name “England” means “land of the Angles,” which refers to an ancient Germanic tribe that settled there.
Geographical Facts:
England shares its borders with Scotland to the north and Wales to the west.
It is the largest and most populous country on the island of Britain.
Historical Key Points:
The Kingdom of England began in 925 A.D.
In 1536, England and Wales were united under a single legal system.
By 1707, England, Wales, and Scotland formed a political union known as Great Britain.
Because of England’s political and cultural dominance, many people often use “England” and “Britain” interchangeably, although they are not the same.
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