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28th June 12, 12:28 PM
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Reminder: Sunday, July 1, 2012 - 230th Anniversary of Repeal of Proscription.
After the Battle of Culloden, King George II and Parliament banned the wearing of "Highland clothes (that is to say) the Plaid, Philabeg, or little kilt, trowes, Shoulder-Belts, or any part whatever of what peculiarly belongs to the Highland Garb; and that no tartan or party-coloured plaid or stuff shall be used for Great coats or upper coats...".
Punishment was pretty extreme - with a second offense netting the offender being "transported to any of His Majesty's plantations beyond the seas, there to remain for the space of seven years."
Fortunately, on July 1, 1782, King George III repealed the The Act of Proscription of the Highland Garb: "That so much of the Acts above-mentioned, or any other Act or Acts of Parliament, as restrains the Use of the Highland Dress, be, and the same are hereby repealed."
In honor of this, we should all wear our "Highland Garb" on this anniversary. I will be wearing a kilt to church on Sunday, July 1, 2012. This will be the first time I've worn anything other than "western-style" clothing so should be great fun  !. My "history lesson" is prepared -- in various flavors to suit the asker.
What say Ye Rabble - will you be wearing the Highland Garb on this anniversary?
Rob.
Rev. Rob, Clan MacMillan, NM, USA
CCXX, CCXXI - Quidquid necesse est.
If you can't say something nice, don't say nothing at all. (Thumperian Principle)
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28th June 12, 02:42 PM
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Kilt up boys! I'll be wearing Sinclair hunting!
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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28th June 12, 03:06 PM
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Actually, my wife and I are supposed to have a friend of hers take some pictures of us that day. I can take part and even have proof for the rabble.
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28th June 12, 03:28 PM
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In Canada, July 1st is out Celebration of Nationhood. There'll be Pipe Bands and Kilts "Ad Mare Usque A Mare" ("From the Sea all the way to the Sea"-national motto). I'll make sure the importance of the Right to Dress as we Wish (pantless) is known
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28th June 12, 03:33 PM
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Ill be in my Black Watch likely as I wear kilts daily. The First will add new meaning to wearing it now. Perhaps I can find somewhere nice enough to wear my German Heritage tank...... Ill be in mine indeed.....
"Greater understanding properly leads to an increasing sense of responsibility, and not to arrogance."
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28th June 12, 04:07 PM
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Here in the Antipodies it is officially recognised as Tartan Day
Shoot straight you bastards. Don't make a mess of it. Harry (Breaker) Harbord Morant - Bushveldt Carbineers
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28th June 12, 05:54 PM
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will definitely be wearing a kilt but at this point not sure which one. I am still jonesing for my next kilt from Rocky and hoping it might get here in time. That would be a great way to celebrate the day.
proud U.S. Navy vet
Creag ab Sgairbh
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28th June 12, 07:05 PM
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Celtic Thunder in Atlantic City
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28th June 12, 07:16 PM
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All day long!!! I'll be wearing the official Air Force colors to also honor the freedom my three kids in the Air Force are defending! Pictures will follow!!!
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28th June 12, 08:42 PM
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" Rules are for the guidance of wise men and the adherence of idle minds and minor tyrants". Field Marshal Lord Slim.
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