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16th March 09, 09:55 AM
#34
 Originally Posted by LBS
That said, because there is no way of getting around the connection between the tartans and the medals, it is right and proper that the same rules about wearing the tartan be applied, lest the bearer disrespect/belittle the sacrifice of those that were there.
Hmmm.. the military is not commissioning the tartan, the tartan is not part of military dress, the tartan wasn't earned by service - the medal was....
Don't wear/buy the tartan for your own reasons, wear/buy the tartan for your own reasons...
Call me improper in this case (as opposed to right and proper), but one should always represent/wear any tartan with respect and dignity, that being said, if you have a connection/reason, I don't see why there should be any problems
flame on!
Last edited by beerbecue; 16th March 09 at 02:17 PM.
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