Sihk kirpan controversy in Quebec

[macwilkin]

Never knew about these issues, I learn something new every day!
But if the largely failed experiment of 'multiculturalism' doesn't work for the Quebecois, good for them!

While I'm not normally a proponent of forced 'multiculturalism', in this instance, I stand with the Sikhs, given the long-standing connections between Sikh soldiers and the Jocks. The Pipes & Drums 3rd Battalion of the Indian Army's Sikh Regiment wears the Rattray tartan in honour of the Scot who raised them during the Raj. Lord Singh, a Sikh, has been instrumental in promoting the works of Burns in Scotland, as well as designing two Sikh tartans.

My grandfather saw first-hand the bravery and courage of Sikh soldiers in Burma. He rated the Gurkhas, Sikhs and Scots as some of the best soldiers he saw. Sikh children are taught their history, and many a Sikh web site discusses the Sikh Regiments and their history.

Good for the Sikhs.

T.