14 April 1536
Wales incorporated into England

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The English Parliament annexes Wales. According to this Act, followed by a second in 1543, laws and justice are to be administered in Wales in the same form as in England. The two countries are now united, and the Marcher Lordships – on the border of England and Wales – are abolished; new counties are established; and justices of the peace are empowered to hold courts. English is made the official language of administration and daily use.

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