Ireland joined the United Kingdom on January 1_________?
Correct answer: B. 1801
- A. 1800
- B. 1801
- C. 1802
- D. 1803Government & Public Sector Jobs
Explanation
The Acts of Union took effect on 1 January 1801, creating the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. This followed the political union of Great Britain and Ireland.
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