Kilts Collection (#9)

Sergeant And Bugler Of The 1St Argylle And Sutherland Highlanders During The Late 19Th Century. From The Book South Africa And The Transvaal War, Volume 1 By Louis Creswicke, Published 1900

The Tartan Army, in Bordeaux, France, ahead of Scotlands 2nd World Cup Group A Match against Norway, which is to be played at the Parc Lescure, Bordeaux on the 16th June

Tartan Army Scotland football supporters at World Cup 1974

Scotland football fan World Cup France 1998 football 23rd June 1998 unnamed football supporter stand in fountain in St Etienne France

Scots Fan World Cup France 1998 Football Walking middle of road wearing a kilt, holding Lion Rampart flag

World Cup France 1998 Football Young Scotland fan watching Scotland v Norway in Glasgow on big screen at Bellahouston Park, June 1998

Scotland fans World Cup France 98 Football June 1998 Scottish supporters celebrate in St Etienne World Cup France 98 Football Scotland fans

World Cup France June 1998 Football Scotland fans Richey Kenna and George Smith in Paris playing with ball in rain at Eiffel Tower

World Cup France June 1998 Scotland fan asleep lying in St Etienne garden with Daily Record over head and wearing Scotland top and kilt

Scotland 1 Norway 1 World Cup football Group A Young tartan Army, Scotland, supporter with a painted face, tartan, hat, scarf, and kilt looks depressed leaning face on hand

Prince Charles and Princess Diana walk along the River Dee at Balmoral. 19th August 1981

Pop group The Bay City Rollers

Jack McLaughlin Scottish television presenter January 1981

Donald McLaren Chief of Clan McLaren circa 1995

Climber Sandy Cousins with collie dog in the Highlands 1994

Raymond Morris in his castle grounds January 1987

A Scottish fan plays the bagpipes at the end of the Scotland v England match which England won 0-2 at Glasgows Hampden Park

Raymond Morris with wife son and dogs January 1987

Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones Actors and Comedians on tour in Scotland January 1986 DBASE MSI BROCHURE

John Murray from St Fillans August 1999 with his Honda Goldwing 1500cc

John Murray from St Fillans August 1999 with his Honda Goldwing 1500cc. with partner Lesley Blacklaw and daughter Lindsay Blacklaw (17)

Biily Smarts Circus chimp McDean plays the bagpipes 1953

Natives in kilts at a ngoma, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa
Natives in Scottish kilts at a ngoma (traditional music and dance festival) in Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa. 1924

Petticoats, soldiers in kilts, WW1 silhouette postcard
First World War postcard. Petticoats, part of the Camp Silhouette series showing soldiers from a Highland regiment, with their kilts looking very similar to the skirts of their female companions

Edward VIII as Colonel-in Chief of the Guards regiments
Edward VIII (1894 1972), shortly after his accession to the Throne, King Edward assumed the ranks of Admiral of the Fleet and Field-Marshal

Parisian woman admiring a Highlanders kilt, WW1
A French woman stands admiring the kilt worn by a soldier from a Highland regiment. The appearance of men in such garments in Paris in 1914 caused a sensation

Scottish troops on New Years Day, WW1
Scottish troops enjoying a sing-song on the Western Front on New Years Day, World War One. Several of the men are playing bagpipes. Date: circa 1916

Five of the children of King George V: (from left) Prince George, Prince Albert (later King George VI) Princess Mary, Prince Edward - Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII), and Prince Henry

Balmoral, Scotland: A mother and her two daughters all wearing tweed jacket and kilted skirt strides out along the lonely public raod from Straunyarroch Hill to Crathie

Highland games at Aboyne. Marquess of Aberdeen and the Marquess of Huntly and Dr Bullock at the games. 7 September 1922

Aboyne Highland Games. Lord and Lady Glentanar and the Marquess of Huntly. 13 September 1928

The Scotch Reel by Florence Hardy
Two children dance a pretty Scottish reel dressed in traditional costume

For His King and the Girl He Loved by Fred Maxwell
Promotional postcard of a poster for For His King and the Girl He Loved by Fred Maxwell. A wedding between hero and heroine was a common melodrama ending

Water tanks 1916
Travelling butts of water for the thirsty soldiers at the Front in World War One. Date: 1916

Gallant soldiers in the thick of the fight 1916
Scots at the thick of Battle of the Somme, holding a wrecked trench and dug-out during a critical moment. Date: 1916

Scotland -- A Call to Arms. 19th century

Advert for McDonalds Limited womens skirts 1917
Advertisement for McDonalds Limited, in Glasgow, a variety of fashionable tailored kilts, check tweed and Scottish clan tartan. Date: 1917

Music cover, Edinburgh Quadrille, music by Charles d Albert. circa 1850s

Two women police sergeants with Canadian troops, WW1
Two women police sergeants of the WPS (Women Police Service), King and Campbell, in a group photo with Canadian troops, some of them wearing kilts

MAY DAY 1950S
Boys & girls perform traditional English dances on the village green at Elstow, Bedfordshire, England including a sword dance & maypole dances. Date: 1950s

Indian Mutiny, Lucknow
The capture of Lucknow by Havelock & others. Date: 1858

Victoria / Highland Games
Victoria and Albert in the Scottish Highlands: watching the race in the Laggan Games Date: 1847

Victoria / Fort William
Victoria and Albert on a visit to Fort William, during their tour of Scotland Date: 1847

Highland dress for Girls - advertisement, 1956
The Atholl outfit - as serviceable as it is attractive comprising a Tweed jacket, tartan kilt, jersey blouse, tie, stockings, brogue shoes and kilt pin. Available from Paisleys Ltd of Glasgow

WW1 - Advancing to the front, France
WW1 - A Highland battalion in formation, marching over a small canal, passing through a French village on their way to the trenches. Date: circa 1915

Four girls in Scots kilts Date: 1913

London Scottish marching into camp in Richmond Park, WW1
From billet to canvas - the London Scottish marching into camp in Richmond Park in May 1915. Kitcheners new army was taking up their summer quarters in tents

Princess Alexandra of Wales with her two eldest sons
Princess Alexandra of Wales (1844 1925), later Queen Alexandra consort to Edward VII of Britian, with her two eldest sons (left) Prince Albert Victor, Duke of Clarence and Avondale

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"Kilts: A Timeless Symbol of Scottish Heritage and Pride" From the regal image of King George V donning traditional Scottish dress to the electrifying Highland dancing competition at Skye Highland Games in Portree, Isle of Skye, they have long been an integral part of Scotland's rich cultural tapestry. In a captivating display, a group of Cameron Highlanders proudly showcase their vibrant tartans while performing the iconic Highland Fling, as captured by Florence Hardy's exquisite artwork. Even Castle Lager couldn't resist featuring this timeless attire in their advertisement. Clan Tartans hold a special place in Inverness, Scotland - each pattern representing centuries-old family histories and loyalties. The Cameron Highlanders' recruitment poster for the British Army highlights how they were not only symbols but also practical garments for brave soldiers. Across borders, even German cartoons acknowledged British recruitment techniques that included showcasing the allure and prestige associated with kilts. Princess Alexandra is seen gracefully posing with her five children, beautifully attired in matching tartan outfits - a testament to the enduring bond between Scotland and France. Amidst breathtaking landscapes, Gordon Highlanders can be found skillfully crafting kilts outdoors - an age-old tradition passed down through generations. These images remind us that they can more than just clothing; they embody heritage, honor, and unity within Scottish communities. So next time you see someone wearing a kilt or catch sight of its distinctive patterns fluttering in the wind during celebrations like Skye Highland Games or any other occasion steeped in tradition – remember that behind every pleat lies a story woven into Scotland's remarkable history.