The Treaty of Union was an agreement signed in 1706 and ratified in 1707, which united the kingdoms of England and Scotland into a single entity known as Great Britain. This treaty aimed to create political stability and economic cooperation between the two nations, addressing issues such as trade and governance. The treaty established a new parliament for Great Britain located in Westminster, while also ensuring that Scotland retained certain legal and religious freedoms. The union was significant in shaping the future of both nations and laid the groundwork for the modern United Kingdom.