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How was Scotland controlled by the British nations |
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Answer» a. Prior to 18 century, there was no British nation as such rather there were primary ethnic identities like English, Welsh, Scot or Irish.b. These ethnic groups had own social cultural and political traditions.c. England expanded in terms of power and its influence and in 1688 its Parliament seized power from the monarchy.d. In 1707: England and Scotland enter into the Act of Union resulting in the formation of United Kingdom.e. As English nation also tried to suppress Scotland\'s distinctive culture and also forced them to speak English language in place of Gaelic language and they were not even allowed to wear their national dress.f. In 1801: Ireland was forcibly incorporated into the United Kingdom. Scotland |
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