Understanding the Tartan

[lrpddrummie]

Gentlemen,

As always a wealth of knowledge and thank you for sharing, I have felt that there was some credence to the colors of tartan (different regions having access to different colors and clans choosing colors to represent themselves) but I have always been hesitant to truly believe there is more to the patterns than there is. With the information you have provided, it just confirms my suspicion and now I can put that issue to rest. Thank you.

Jimmy – I am very interested to check out the books you have. We will have to hook up at the next set of gigs. I know I won’t be able to help with the college tour gigs this year but I will be around for the most of the others, schedule permitting.

Matt – I will be in your area soon on business. We will have to hook up I am very interested in visiting the museum.

Alan – I always gringe when people talk about Braveheart. The entire movie, while entertaining (the battle scenes are cool), is historically and musically *****. The sad part is that the screenwriter, Randall Wallace, who claims to be a descendant of William Wallace, did this great story absolutely no justice and unfortunately too many people rely on the movies and TV for their historical knowledge.

[M. A. C. Newsome]

Yes, Rob Roy is a very accurate movie in terms of the clothing of the period. Peter MacDonald was consulted in the film, and much of his input made it to the screen. He's an expert in the field. Kudos for the Rob Roy costumers for doing their homework!
Aye,
Matt

[macwilkin]

Besides it's historical accuracy, I felt that Rob Roy was a far better film than Braveheart on several levels. I usually recommend that folks watch it rather than Braveheart when they ask for recommendations for Scottish movies.

You still can't beat Stephen, though, in Braveheart! I bought my copy of the movie basically for his great one-liners! :mrgreen:

Cheers,

Todd