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[macwilkin]

The sporran has always been used as a pouch, for that is all that it is. "Sporran" is simply Gaelic for pouch or purse. It's never been used as protective gear.

The fact that people (even kilt wearers, and even those born and raised in Scotland) continue to believe silly things about Highland attire shouldn't surprise anyone.

:-)
M

And to add to Matt's post, in the First World War, the sporran was replaced with a "field-expedient" one, usually made from a gas-mask or musette bag. In addition, the kilt apron had a "built-in" pouch, and many pictures no sporran being worn at all.

Cheers,

Todd

[David Thornton]

The same gent intoned that the plant behind the badge on his balmoral was decoration. No mention of clans or clan affiliation.

David