Seminar 4 Flashcards
Why did some Scots prefer a federal union?
It would make relations with England better and benefit Scotland economically
What were the 2 types of unionists?
Incorporating Unionists - Wished to see England and Scotland under a single parliament
Confederal Unionists - Desired a looser arrangement with separate legislatures
What did George Ridpath state regarding the Union?
Favoured a Union of Parliaments but separate Scottish legislature
Also wished for a separate Scottish Presbyterian Church to the English Kirk
What did Hodges discuss?
The success of looser unions (e.g. United Provinces of the Netherlands) due to mutual interest yet a degree of independence
What did Cromarty propose?
The abolition of England and Scotland and instead renaming the entire island Great Britain