Seaforth Highlanders Overkilt?

[macwilkin]

Remember, the Seaforth Highlanders (Duke of Albany's/Ross-shire Buffs) and the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada are two different regiments, although quite obviously, there is a very strong tie between the two.

The apron pictured appears to be type of apron issued during the South African (Boer) War at the turn of the century; that model had no back to it, which caused the Highland Brigade some problems, as the back of the kilt was a rather conspicous target for Boer snipers.

This photo was most likely taken before 1914, as the young squaddie is wearing what appears to be a Canadian issue "Oliver" belt with snake buckle, rather than the 1908 pattern web equipment. His tunic appears to be a British pattern tunic, and not the Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF) tunic:

http://www.canadiansoldiers.com/medi...ish_Pattern.29

Where did you find this photo? The Seaforths and the Seaforths of Canada are two of my favourite regiments! :mrgreen:

Cheers,

Todd

[Southern Breeze]

That's a great old pic.

Here's an apron that SumoKilt made, they're available through Neokilts.

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/s...ighlight=apron

[Robin]

Visit the Seaforth and Cameron regimental museum in Fort George near Inverness...it's a must for all who visit the Highlands.

Seen several different kilt aprons there.

[M. A. C. Newsome]

I have an old military kilt apron just like the one shown in the picture that I snagged off of e-bay years ago. Sometimes I wear it when I'm sweeping up the shop or doing other dirty work. Always draws interesting comments. :-)

It's pretty handy and does keep the front of the kilt clean. Might be a good idea for wearing on set-up day at the Highland Games.

[andyfg]

Where did you find this photo? The Seaforths and the Seaforths of Canada are two of my favourite regiments! :mrgreen:

Cheers,

Todd

I did a simple Google search on Seaforth Highlanders and searched images only. There was quite a lot of pictures.