Which countries constitute Great Britain?

The United Kingdom is made up of the countries England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The confusion of the terms seems to revolve around the term “country” and the political powers that are perceived based on that word. read more

All of the island of Britain is in one country, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Within the Island are two former Kingdoms, those of England and Scotland and one Principality, Wales. read more

Politically, the island is part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and constitutes most of its territory. Most of England, Scotland, and Wales are on the island. The term "Great Britain" often extends to include surrounding islands that form part of England, Scotland, and Wales, and is also sometimes loosely applied to the UK as a whole. read more