3 days ago · United Kingdom Also known as: Britain, Great Britain, U.K., United Kingdom (Show More)

6 days ago · The United Kingdom (U.K.) is a country located off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe. It consists of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

The U.K. entered World War I allied with France and Russia in 1914. Following the war, revolutionary disorder erupted in Ireland, and in 1921 the Irish Free State (see Ireland) was granted dominion status.

1 day ago · London is the capital city of the United Kingdom. It is the U.K.’s largest metropolis and its economic, transportation, and cultural center. London is also among the oldest of the world’s great …

Feb 6, 2026 · https://www.britannica.com/topic/flag-of-the-United-Kingdom UK Parliament - House of Commons Library - Flags: the Union Flag and Flags of the United Kingdom Historic UK - The …

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Jan 28, 2026 · What is the West Midlands? Where is the West Midlands located in the United Kingdom? What are some major cities found in the West Midlands region? Why is the West Midlands important …

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2 days ago · He was mayor of London (2008–16) and foreign secretary under Prime Minister Theresa May (2016–18). He led the successful ‘Leave’ campaign in the 2016 Brexit referendum, on whether …

Feb 14, 2026 · Devon, administrative, geographic, and historic county of England. It forms part of the South West (or Cornish) Peninsula of Great Britain and is bounded to the west by Cornwall and to …