Cameron Tartan

[BoldHighlander]

For what it's worth, the Cameron of Erracht tartan seems to be a military rather than a clan tartan. It is also the tartan chosen for the only kilted regiment in US history, the 79th New York, formed during the War Between the States. Some of us who are not Camerons might choose to wear it in reference to that history.

Cheers!

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Original 79th New York kilt & sporran

If you type in "79th New York" in the search engine you'll see that regiment has been well discussed here.

[macwilkin]

For what it's worth, the Cameron of Erracht tartan seems to be a military rather than a clan tartan. It is also the tartan chosen for the only kilted regiment in US history, the 79th New York, formed during the War Between the States. Some of us who are not Camerons might choose to wear it in reference to that history.

Cheers!

Actually, the 79th NY was an antebellum militia regiment, being raised in 1858.

T.

[Jackson]

Wow, so much info. Of interest to me, too, as my Grandmother was also a Cameron and being new to wearing a kilt have had the same questions. What I gather is this:

No on the Lochiel--that's for the chief and I respect that.
Yes on Erracht--it's more military then Cameron, I'm a Vietnam era Veteran, so I can subscribe to that. I also do Civil War Re-enacting, so that also fits.

I like the common Red and Black--as an avid bowhunter, I will think of Fred Bear and his red and black checkered coat.

The pictures of the Cameron (Hunting) also look nice.

All that being considered, I'll play it safe and go with USA Kilts "American Heritage".

Jackson

[eagle43172]

Although my Scottish ancestors came to the "colonies" in the early 1700's they came as Chambers (and supporters of good King William) and I have found no reference to Cameron family connection, the lists say I'm a Clan Cameron member and so if my chief has an opinion I will respect it.

I've worn a Cameron of Eracht tank for close to 35 years, and if I can convince the wife I'll have a Hunting Cameron (Ancient) before the end of next year. While the geneological aspects of clan stuff I'll take or leave, sometimes it's best to follow the unwriten "rules" to be safe. Besides the referenced tartans I really like.

I'm suprised that no one has made a Kilt Kops reference decrying the "you shouldn't wear this, can't wear that" aspect of the thread. Not that I disagree, I feel that you look better if you follow established pattern and not jump on the free spirit bandwagon. And I believe that a kilted man looks best in proper Scottish attire, properly worn. But that is just my opinion, just wonder why no one had mentioned it.

Anyway, I'll never change the world so I'll say Merry Christmas to all the Rabble and have a Happy New Year.

[BoldHighlander]

I've worn a Cameron of Eracht tank for close to 35 years, and if I can convince the wife I'll have a Hunting Cameron (Ancient) before the end of next year.

Best of luck, I look forward to seeing you sporting your new kilt

Though not a Cameron myself, I've always had a fond spot in my heart for the Cameron clan. Not only is a good friend of mine the commissioner for Clan Cameron up north here, but they share more than a bit of history with my own Macdonells of Keppoch, including the Battle of Mulroy (4th August 1688) where the Camerons (of Glen Nevis) joined my Keppoch kinfolk in victory over the Mackintoshes (and their followers the MacGillivrays) who, with government backing, were given a commission of fire and sword by the Privy Council against Macdonell of Keppoch. Fun stuff!

Anyway, I'll never change the world so I'll say Merry Christmas to all the Rabble and have a Happy New Year.

And to you & yours "Nollaig chridheil huibh!"

[creagdhubh]

Best of luck, I look forward to seeing you sporting your new kilt

Though not a Cameron myself, I've always had a fond spot in my heart for the Cameron clan. Not only is a good friend of mine the commissioner for Clan Cameron up north here, but they share more than a bit of history with my own Macdonells of Keppoch, including the Battle of Mulroy (4th August 1688) where the Camerons (of Glen Nevis) joined my Keppoch kinfolk in victory over the Mackintoshes (and their followers the MacGillivrays) who, with government backing, were given a commission of fire and sword by the Privy Council against Macdonell of Keppoch. Fun stuff!

And to you & yours "Nollaig chridheil huibh!"

Us Macphersons think very highly of the Camerons as well. Though there have been several feuds and a few skirmishes between the Camerons and Macphersons (mainly over land disputes in lower Badenoch towards Lochaber), we have definitely formed a unique friendship and bond throughout the past several centuries - especially during the Jacobite uprisings of the 18th-century. Lochiel and Cluny have formed a rather 'tight-knit' union.

Cheers,