Quote Originally Posted by cajunscot View Post
I've read this before, but I can't say I've ever seen anything "official" regarding the use of Royal Stewart by HM's subjects. I daresay it is similar to the flying of the Lion Rampant flag by HM's subjects; whilst technically prohibited, since the flag is the personal flag of the sovereign, a decree in 1934 stated that it may be flown on certain occasions as a token of loyalty to the Crown. The prohibition on flying it is largely ignored today.

Royal Stewart at one time was a personal piper of the sovereign, and was awarded to the pipers of the Black Watch, the Kings Own Scottish Borderers, the Royal Scots and other Scottish regiments to wear in recognition of their bravery and service.

It is out of respect to these regiments that I would not wear the Royal Stewart tartan.

Regards,

Todd
Unfortunatley, I'm going to have to agree with you on this. I looked into it a little further, and apparently there is nothing official.

And I have to ask, since you won't wear Royal Stewart, does that mean you won't wear Black Watch or Leatherneck?

Also, don't forget about the other regiments who wear Royal Stewart. 1st Canadian Mounted Rifles CEF, and 3rd Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment are examples, and I'm sure there are more. Just want to make sure everyone who needs rememberin' gets remembered.

Lastly, I just want to point out I'm not trying to be snotty here. Sometimes tone can be lost in cyberspace. I know you're a mod, and I have the utmost respect for you. I know you're older (probably) and more knowledgable about this stuff than I am. I really am appreciative of what you and the other senior members here at X-Marks do.