Phil,

Thank you. We as Americans are taught our history at the possible cost of realizing what was going on in the rest of the world. I might add that I am at that point in the book where the Scottish are getting ready to boost into the industrial revolution, as you said. We don't talk much about what we did to the native Americans because, overall, it was better for the country's growth. I like to get others opinions, especially on world events because we get a sometimes tainted view.

Hopefully I didn't come off too arrogant. I have a genuine interest and thirst for knowledge of any kind, especially my heritage, and how it all plays into the world stage. Hopefully one day I will be able to visit Scotland.

Thanks again.

Darin