This is very interesting article and hurts because of the truth it contains. It helps to put into perspective the recent comments posted by native Scots. I must admit that I have had problems with those who think that at games it is 1745 or 1314 and run around with claymores, targes, baskethilts & dirks. Re-enactors have their place and living history is a wonderful educational tool, but. . .

The sudo histories are rampant at Celtic festivals. I bought into many of them the first couple of years until I researched the truth about kilts, Highlanders & Lowlanders, kirkin' o the Tartan, etc. I must admit my attitude probably helps disseminate some of this thought when I say that "to me the Irish & Scots are the same." I don't mean to insult, but as I've commented in other posts, strapping on the kilt is a spiritual experience for me. I feel connected to my forefathers. But pretending it is 1745 or 1314 I do not do! Not even for a hour. And I've been shot down many a time for telling true history over the romantic versions.

Remembering one's ancestors, one's origins, and one's past is a good thing, even if some buy into the romantic version. It is better then forgetting it or not caring at all.