I am interested in some reenacting and two impressions I have considered doing are a highlander in one of the highland units in both the French and Indian war in America and the American revolution.

I need info on jackets worn and other accouterments. Illustrated info is better but I can work from text if it's descriptive enough.

I am also interested in a Napoleonic era impression but I found several sources of information that helped me understand that better on my own.

My interest in creating these impressions is based on film connections I have with companies that recruit extras for tv and film projects in the US. I assume that a highlander with the 42nd would be most in demand but if I can get another length of tartan and plausibly portray another unit I am interested in that as well.

First of all, I have encountered various opinions as to whether or not the 42nd wore the government sett from the beginning with some sources indicating a red tartan or one with red and white in it. Any comment?