Union of Scotland and England

• Scotland and England were separated by law,religion and culture. But, James saw it to be his divine right to unite them as one.
• Parliament rejected this proposal and advocated for a symbolic one as they feared they would become a provincial assembly with little power.
• To compromise the 'Jack' flag was made but they remained separate kingdoms with their own institutions.
• What does this show about James?

  This shows his willingness to compromise and his political ability.