Acts of Union in 3 Minutes - Manny Man Does History

The video explores the historical conflicts and unions among England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland. It details the conquest of Wales, the union of the Scottish and English crowns, and the eventual formation of the Kingdom of Great Britain. Ireland's history of control, rebellion, and union with Great Britain is discussed, including the Acts of Union of 1800. The formation of the United Kingdom and its impact on Ireland, particularly during the potato blight, is highlighted. The video concludes with Ireland's independence in the 1920s and the modern state of the UK, including its relationship with the European Union and Brexit.

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