The Union of 1707 was a significant political agreement that united the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland into a single entity known as the Kingdom of Great Britain. This union was formalized through the Acts of Union, which were passed by both parliaments in 1706 and 1707. The primary motivations for the union included economic benefits, political stability, and security against external threats. As a result of the union, the Scottish Parliament was dissolved, and Scotland was represented in the new British Parliament at Westminster. The union also aimed to create a stronger national identity and facilitate trade between the two regions, ultimately shaping the future of British politics and society.