Answer:
James thought he could unite his holdings in Wales, England, Scotland, and Ireland by declaring himself King of Great Britain.
Explanation:
When Elizabeth I died childless in 1603, King James VI of Scotland became the king of England, taking over the throne. Despite the religious, ethnic, or economic disparities between the two nations, James was resolved to keep the kingdom under his reign.
In a bold move to further cement his authority over the European nation, he made himself "King of Great Britain". This move was his plan to try to unite the kingdoms of Wales, England, Scotland, and Ireland, so that they will all be one and under his power. His plan was 'one place, one king'.
