ANZAC day Kilted?

**###KILTEDKIWI###** · 24th January 09, 04:29 PM

Okay men,

Heres one for you, I am keen to attend in my Kilt, but for some reason feel a little apprehensive about doing so. Firstly I don't know how it will be recieved, and if it may upset some people...

And on the other hand, I would like to represent my family who have served the commonwealth services for flippin ages and be damned what others think...

(i.e.)

G Cunningham (Scots Reg - British Army - Indian Mutiny) (G G G Grandfather) (arrived NZ 1870)
J D Cunningham (NZ Army - Boer War) (G G Grandfather)
R G Cunningham (NZ Army - WW1) (G Grand father)
C M Cunningham (NZ Army - WW2)(Pacific Island including the Solomons)(grandfather)
J R Cunningham (NZ Police - 30 Years)(Father)
J R Cunningham (NZ Police & AOS) (NZ equiv of Swat)(Elder Brother)
P R Cunningham (Navy 10 years - East Timor, Bougainville)Peacekeeping(Marine Engineer)

As an ex service man and a member of the local RSA (Returned Services Association) I'm sure that some wouldn't have a problem with it, and others might...

For those that may not of heard of the services I have attached the following links.

And to what level of dress, formalish as in Argyll? (thats what I would probably go for.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ANZAC_Day

http://www.rsa.org.nz/remem/anzac_today.html

I think the only reason that I am a little reserved, is out of respect more than anything.

So any opinions would be appreciated.

Regards

Phil C

**Nervous Jock** · 24th January 09, 04:33 PM

Wouldn't worry about it, their problem not yours, tweed jacket , regimental tie , association/vets badge as appropriate

**Jock Scot** · 24th January 09, 04:42 PM

Originally Posted by Nervous Jock

Wouldn't worry about it, their problem not yours, tweed jacket , regimental tie , association/vets badge as appropriate

I agree.

**xena** · 24th January 09, 05:18 PM

Originally Posted by ###KILTEDKIWI###

I would like to represent my family who have served the commonwealth services for flippin ages...

EXACTLY!!

Anyone who would take offense or get upset by you wearing a kilt doesn't know the first thing about,... oh, take your pick:

a. the Commonwealth;

b. NZ history;

c. the Commonwealth;

d. your family history;

e. the Commonwealth;

f. 20th century military history; and

g. the Commonwealth.

Oh, did I mention the Commonwealth?

Kilts are a large part of our Commonwealth military history. Who on earth could have a problem with that on ANZAC day?

Sorry, maybe there are some political intricacies here that I've missed, being a Canuck and all. But, this is just my personal opinion. If you wear it, remember - pics!

**###KILTEDKIWI###** · 24th January 09, 06:42 PM

Sorry, maybe there are some political intricacies here that I've missed, being a Canuck and all. But, this is just my personal opinion. If you wear it, remember - pics!

Political? the only thing political i get into is what flavoured ice block is better, raspberry cola, or lemonade...then again nethier, because eskimo pies are the awesomeist...

Originally Posted by Nervous Jock
Wouldn't worry about it, their problem not yours, tweed jacket , regimental tie , association/vets badge as appropriate

I agree.

Might have to rent a tweed for the day, yeah the argyll may look a tad out of place...
thanks for the confidence booster, cheers team.

Phil C

**Fougasse** · 24th January 09, 10:15 PM

I agree with Nervous Jock and Jock Scot, but with the caveat that I don't believe an Argyll would be out of place, especially if that's what you have to hand. Whatever you wear, waltz your Matilda with pride.

**English Bloke** · 25th January 09, 02:02 AM

Wear it... here's the reason you should.

G Cunningham (Scots Reg - British Army - Indian Mutiny)
J D Cunningham (NZ Army - Boer War)
R G Cunningham (NZ Army - WW1)
C M Cunningham (NZ Army - WW2)(Pacific Island including the Solomons)(grandfather)
J R Cunningham (NZ Police - 30 Years)(Father)
J R Cunningham (NZ Police & AOS) (NZ equiv of Swat)(Elder Brother)
P R Cunningham (Navy 10 years - East Timor, Bougainville)Peacekeeping(Marine Engineer)

Have a great 25 April!