Re: Good Ol' England
Just like Wales and Scotland, England is commonly referred to as a country but it is not a sovereign state. It is the largest country within the United Kingdom both by landmass and population, has taken a pivitol role in the creation of the UK, and its capital London also happens to be the capital of the UK.
It is perhaps understandable then that England is often (although incorrectly) used as a term to describe the whole of the UK.
So there you have it! If you’re still a bit confused over the differences, here’s a quick summary:
The UK – a sovereign state that includes England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Great Britain – an island situated off the north west coast of Europe.
British Isles – a collection of over 6,000 islands, of which Great Britain is the largest.
England – a country within the UK.
https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryU...he-Difference/
the england that we all grew up in has had a chequered complex development : try telling all of this to a foreigner wherever they may have come from!