Atholl Highlanders & the Duke come to Athol, Massachusetts!

[tulloch]

The red hose were flecked with black. I would call them Ragg Wool socks and get them from Beans or any sporting goods store. They looked great. They had an interesting kilt pin. I did not ask about it but it was two balls that, I expect, had a pin between them behind the front.

[JSFMACLJR]

The red socks are something I've not seen them wear before. I'm used to seeing the solders as well as the pipers in red & white diced full hose.

The red hose ( sort of a "ragg" style sock with black flecks) have been worn by all ranks for years. The officers wear red and white diced hose with mess dress, which the pipers also wear.

[creagdhubh]

Wonderful photos! I have seen the Atholl Highlanders in Scotland many times, they are always very well turned out and a joy to watch and chat with! I'm glad that you had a wonderful time and that you were able to be a part of such a unique celebration.

Thanks for sharing,

[Chas]

Can any member direct me to an official website for the Atholl Highlanders? Or a link to a 'contact us' page? I can find links to Blair Atholl Castle and Estates, but nothing to the Highlanders.

Thanks in advance.

Regards

Chas

[creagdhubh]

Can any member direct me to an official website for the Atholl Highlanders? Or a link to a 'contact us' page? I can find links to Blair Atholl Castle and Estates, but nothing to the Highlanders.

Thanks in advance.

Regards

Chas

Chas,

I don't think the Atholl Highlanders have their own official website, as I have attempted to locate one, but with no success. As you are already aware, I think the best link to the Regiment is via the official website of Blair Atholl, the Atholl Highlanders Parade, and the Atholl Gathering and Games.

Cheers,

[creagdhubh]

The red hose ( sort of a "ragg" style sock with black flecks) have been worn by all ranks for years.

I wouldn't mind having a pair of those, Sandy! I've admired them (both the Atholl Highlanders and the red hose ) for years.

Cheers,

[Chas]

Chas,

I don't think the Atholl Highlanders have their own official website, as I have attempted to locate one, but with no success. As you are already aware, I think the best link to the Regiment is via the official website of Blair Atholl, the Atholl Highlanders Parade, and the Atholl Gathering and Games.

Cheers,

Thanks for that Kyle. I was coming to that conclusion myself.

Regards

Chas

[SlackerDrummer]

Notice, too, that they wear ghillie brogues with buckles rather than the Mary Jane style of buckle brogues.

[creagdhubh]

Notice, too, that they wear ghillie brogues with buckles rather than the Mary Jane style of buckle brogues.

Precisely! I like both versions - quite smart with Highland evening attire.

[creagdhubh]

This is the color guard complete.


Andy, (Usonian), has shown us his adventures in kilt making and here is the finished product:



I only got two front-on pics of him. It is a really nice kilt to see in reality. Great job and a credit to Barb's book.

The tie looks great, mate!

Cheers,