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Debate: Irish Gaels and Scottish history

 
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Visitors to our forums raised some historical points for debate.

Forum member Joe J wondered why a crucial element of Scottish history gets overlooked

Why did the Irish Gaels who brought their gaelic language, culture, customs and people to Scotland (land of the Irish) get air-brushed from Scottish history.

Most Scottish people do not realise that the tartan and pipes came from Ireland ?

Content last updated: 04/01/2009

 

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