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9th February 14, 01:22 AM
#21
 Originally Posted by Geoff Withnell
It would not be a bit surprising for Charles to have multiple targes along for a battle. Unlike swords, targes and other types of shields typically do not survive very long in a battle. It is quite possible to run through several in the course of an afternoon. Which gives more credence to the silver being added later.
Actually, Geoff, Charles was never permitted to fight or even be close to the fighting in the few battles at which he was present. It is highly unlikely that he carried a shield in any form either before or after Culloden. It's important to keep in mind that the targe is a foot-soldiers' defense against, in the main, thrusting and slashing weapons. Charles was mounted and at this stage in his career was most likely dressed in the French fashion, as were all of his 'officers'.
The other thing to consider here is the National Museum's statement that Ewan of Cluny retrieved the targe from the Culloden battlefield. Cluny and his Macphersons were in Badenoch on the day of the battle and not at Culloden.
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10th February 14, 06:22 AM
#22
 Originally Posted by jhockin
The targe was rescued from Culloden battlefield in 1746 by Jacobite colonel Ewan MacPherson of Cluny and remained in his family until the 20th century."
This is simply not true, rather a highly romanticised version of the story. Please review my post above.
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10th February 14, 06:29 AM
#23
 Originally Posted by ThistleDown
The other thing to consider here is the National Museum's statement that Ewan of Cluny retrieved the targe from the Culloden battlefield. Cluny and his Macphersons were in Badenoch on the day of the battle and not at Culloden.
Precisely, Rex. Cluny and his Macphersons were indeed further south in Badenoch, participating in a bit of a skirmish there whilst en route to Culloden, but unfortunately, they arrived much too late. Dr. Alan G. Macpherson of St. John's, Newfoundland, describes this account in great detail in his book, "A Day's March to Ruin."

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