1960s Movie Kilts

[Kalok Sundancer]

Well, if you like the "Devil's Brigade", and you're talking about 60's kilt movies, don't forget, "Tunes of Glory".

I have not seen that one. I will have to look it up. Thank you.

[Jack Daw]

You might have difficulty finding it played on TV or as a rentable dvd. I don't know of any "kiltie, kiltie, cauld bum" on this site that wouldn't recommended it as a blind purchase.

[Nathan]

The main differences for the basic infantry man's uniform of each Battalion is the hackle in their bonnet. A red hackle for the Black Watch for example, the same as it always has been(google images for RRoS is helpful). However these days, the tartan of the kilt and bonnet badge are exactly the same for the assorted Battalions within the Regiment. I think and I stand to be corrected here as I am not too sure what they do these days, the most noticeable and distinct differences are seen in the bandsmen's dress uniforms where various tartans of various historical regimental connections are worn, or carried on the pipes for example and I am afraid I cannot add any sensible thoughts on that.

It's really sad to see the end of such distinguished Highland and Scottish Regiments. We are blessed to have many now, although none are Regular Force. We have three Reg Force Infantry Regiments and all of our Highland and Scottish Regiments are part of the Canadian Forces Reserve (commonly called the Militia here).

I am proud to have worn the Uniform of the Second Battalion Nova Scotia Highlanders (Cape Breton) although that Regiment was the result of an amalgamation which has recently been undone. It was rebadged to its former glory as the Cape Breton Highlanders. Sorry for the digression...

[MacGumerait]

I have not seen that one. I will have to look it up. Thank you.

I think you can find Tunes of Glory on Netflix if you are a subscriber . You can also find it for sale on eBay at this link :

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trks...at=0&_from=R40

Good movie .

Cheers , Mike

[imrichmond]

Since we are talking about kilts in 1960s movies, don't forget Carry On Up The Khyber, with its hilarious story line based on the mystique of what's worn (or not) under the kilt.

[Mike_Oettle]

Wondering idly: perhaps it is Carry on up the Khyber that raises the ire of those who are unhappy about military (and perhaps other) kilts being worn without underwear?
It certainly was a silly plot line, but that’s par for the Carry On course.
Regards,
Mike

[OC Richard]

Richard Dawson, know to American TV viewers of the 1960s and 70s from Hogans Heroes and game shows, plays one of the pipers in The Devil's Brigade.

[Farmer Jones]

Not knowing anything about Canada, I must admit that I am kind of surprised that the Canadian military wore them for things besides their band formations.

It would appear that many things about Canada would surprise many people.

[OC Richard]

It would appear that many things about Canada would surprise many people.

Like 'beer fridges'



I'd never heard of them, and when Canadians told me about them I thought they were pulling my leg.

[Farmer Jones]

Like 'beer fridges'



I'd never heard of them, and when Canadians told me about them I thought they were pulling my leg.

Well, all I can say, is that I am surprised, you were surprised. This is normal daily life to us.