Interesting email from an Irish fellow about Irish kilts.

[O'Callaghan]

This one seems to run and run. What many here may not appreciate is that Ireland and Scotland are only separated by a narrow stretch of water - you can see the coast from either side. People have crossed over and intermixed from time immemorial and there is really little or no difference in culture, language or outlook, especially as many, such as myself, have roots in both countries.

I believe there are quite a few differences between Irish and Scottish culture, as well as many similarities. There's also only ten miles of sea between England and France, but no-one would say there's no difference in culture there, and vive la difference.

[Ancienne Alliance]

, and vive la difference.

oui Monsieur !

[bowser]

I believe there are quite a few differences between Irish and Scottish culture, as well as many similarities. There's also only ten miles of sea between England and France, but no-one would say there's no difference in culture there, and vive la difference.

Quite a few similarities as well if you consider Brittany and Cornwall, if you can speak Breton you would understand Cornish (not that many still speak it).

Just remember there are more celtic nations than Scotland/Wales and Ireland.

for those interested

Alba (Scotland)
Cymru (Wales)
Kernow (Cornwall)
Mannin (Isle of Man)
Galicia (Spain)
Briezh (Brittany)
Eire (Ireland)