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    Scottish Flag of Preference?

    I was just wondering, for this particular crowd of x marks the SCOTS, which of the numerous flags for Scots is your favorite?

    This is spurred by the colorful sporrans with rampant lions and saltires crosses made and posted by a skilled member.

    So (in the form of an essay question):
    Which flag of the Scots is your personal favorite, and why?

    (I'll say mine later, as well as why)

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    While I certainly like the Rampant Lion of the old Scottish Royal flag, I'll have to say that I prefer the elegant simplicity of the St. Andrew's Cross. I've always liked the "Less is More" concept.

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    Saltire here too (I wouldn't be wanting it on a sporran though). Much easier on the eye and also the one incorporated in the Union Jack. I didn't realise we had numerous flags - I was only ever aware of the saltire and the scabby cat.

    M.

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    Lion Rampant...

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    Scottish flag...

    The Saltire, mostly for the story of its origin, and the fact that it has been used throughout Scottish history -- as a ID badge on Scottish soldier's tunics, by Covenanters and Jacobites, etc.

    Cheers,

    Todd

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    Lion - because it's origins are with Dal Riada, that became the "Lordship of the Isles and the Kingdom of Man", both centred on Islay.

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    I really like the Ramapnt Lion, but I still prefer the Saltire. Of course to solve this dilema, I fly both of them along side my Maple Leaf.

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    I love the Saltire as a symbol of Scotland. It's a lot more up-to-date and modern looking. Even though it's really old. The Lion Rampant is great too, I have one on my Jeep, but I think the Saltire is a better looking flag.

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    With all respect to the Saltire, and thanks to CajunScot for the link on the Saltire's history, my personal preference is for the Rampant Lion. I find the colors and symbolism of the Lion to be stirring to the soul, like the sound of the Great Pipes!

    Tom

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    In my travels (way too many interstate miles between here and New Orleans) I see lots of cars with the flag of Nova Scotia on them...especially as front license plates. I began wondering about this some time ago and started asking folks (whenever I had the chance) if they were from Nova Scotia. 100% have replied "What do you mean..that's the flag of Scotland."
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    New home of Sierra Nevada AND New Belgium breweries!

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