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National Tartan Day

Research the history and culture of the Scottish people, represented by the iconic Tartan pattern often seen on kilts, blankets, and other clothing.

Tartan is one of the most recognizable patterns ever, and has a strong history for the people of Scotland. National Tartan Day was created to celebrate Scottish history and the achievements of people of Scottish descent around the world. While some areas hold marches and parades, other people simply celebrate it amongst themselves. For anyone who has ever been interested in Scottish history, National Tartan Day is just a great opportunity to research and learn.

Get ready to celebrate National Tartan Day!

History of National Tartan Day

National Tartan Day was initiated in the mid-1980s by the Scottish diaspora living in Canada at a meeting of the Federation of Scottish Clans in Nova Scotia. By 1997, the idea for the day had been approved and the annual celebration began to grow into other Scottish communities in North America and Australia.

By 1997, the idea for the day had spread to the United States and National Tartan Day was approved by the US Congress and President, and it was first celebrated the following year on April 6.

The reason for the celebration of the day on April 6 is because that is the date in 1320 when the Scottish King Robert I signed the Declaration of Arbroath. This was a letter written to Pope John XXII, responding to his excommunication from the church because he refused to stop fighting for Scottish Independence.

National Tartan Day Timeline

200-300 AD Scots start wearing Tartan

Sometimes confused with the word “Plaid” (meaning blanket), Tartan is the specific pattern woven both horizontally and vertically into the fabric.

1320 Declaration of Arbroath is signed

A letter is written, on April 6, by King Robert I, responding to Pope John XXII’s demands that Scotland sign a truce in the first War of Scottish Independence.

1746 Act of Proscription takes effect

In an effort to assimilate the people of Great Britain and crush the Clans, the government makes it so that the Scottish people could not revolt–and are not even allowed to wear their Tartans.

1986 First National Tartan Day is proposed in Canada

This day is proposed for April 6 to promote Scottish Heritage in Canada, originating in Nova Scotia, which means “New Scotland”.

1998 Tartan Day is adopted in the United States

The Scottish Coalition USA met the previous year to propose following in Canada’s footsteps and Tartan Day passes legislation in Congress during this year.

How to Celebrate National Tartan Day

Although National Tartan Day was originally created to celebrate Scottish history, there is no reason people of non-Scottish heritage cannot join in the fun. Try out some of these fun ideas for celebrating this exciting day:

Wear a Tartan for National Tartan Day

While many people in the English language refer to tartan as “plaid”, this is a misnomer. The term “plaid” is actually Gaelic for a blanket. The correct term for the vertical and horizontal stripes that are woven into the fabric is “tartan”.

Whether it be a scarf, skirt or even a kilt, show a bit of love for the fabric that never goes out of fashion this National Tartan Day by incorporating it into the day’s outfit. Those who have Scottish roots can choose the color and pattern of tartan that most represents the clan from which they descend.

Listen to Scottish Music for National Tartan Day

For those who do not especially fancy wearing tartan on this day, it would always be possible to celebrate by digging out an old classic from Bay City Rollers, the “tartan teen sensations from Edinburgh” and singing along to Bye Bye Baby! Or put on some tunes from twin brothers, Craig and Charlie Reid, otherwise known as The Proclaimers. Alternatively, this would be the right time to enjoy listening to some bagpipe music!

Enjoy Some Scottish Treats for National Tartan Day

In addition to simply donning some sort of tartan garment, this would be a great day to have some friends over to enjoy a bit of Scottish Fun! In addition to listening to some Scottish music, as mentioned above, enjoy some food that would be traditional to Scotland, such as Walkers Shortbread cookies which often feature tartan on the packages. Other treats might be haggis, oat cakes, “neeps and tatties”, Scottish pies or Irn Bru.

Join in on a Celtic Festival

Many Scottish communities throw festivals or parades in celebration of this day. For instance, the Tartan Day South Celtic Festival takes place in South Carolina each year. In New York City, Tartan Day is celebrated all throughout the week with a wide selection of events, including a 10K run around Central Park.

In addition, many pubs and bars that have Scottish roots will often host celebrations and offer discounts in honor of National Tartan Day, so be sure to check those out locally as well.

Of course, perhaps the best place to celebrate National Tartan Day might be to head on over to Scotland for a visit!

National Tartan Day FAQs

What is National Tartan Day?

National Tartan Day is a time set aside to celebrate Scottish Heritage, particularly in North America.

When is National Tartan Day?

National Tartan Day is celebrated on April 6 in Canada and the United States and on August 1 in Australia.

Why is National Tartan Day on April 6?

Canada and the United States proposed National Tartan Day for April 6 because it is the day that the Declaration of Arbroath was signed.

Is National Tartan Day a holiday?

National Tartan Day is celebrated as a recognized holiday in Canada and the United States, as well as Australia, though the date may be different.

How to celebrate National Tartan Day?

A great way to observe National Tartan Day is to enjoy celebrating all things Scottish, including wearing a Tartan or even visiting Scotland.

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fotoflingscotland · 2 years

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Drummers by FotoFling Scotland Via Flickr: 78th Fraser Highlanders Pipe Band at World Pipeband Championships, Glasgow 2013

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bantarleton · 2 years

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"Dover Castle" by W. Burgess. The painting shows "the last March in Brigade of the 42nd, 78th and 93rd Highlanders before their departure for India, 1857."

#indian mutiny #history #military history #british army #british empire #scotland #scottish #redcoat #redcoats #kilt #kilts #highlander #highlanders #victorian #19th century

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maximumwobblerbanditdonut · 9 months

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Who is General Simon Fraser on 'Outlander' Season 7?

General Simon Fraser is a character in Outlander seven season, portrayed by Angus Macfadyen, Scottish actor who was born in Glasgow. Educated in France, fluent in French.International Baccalaureate, Copenhagen. MA (Hons) in French and English, University of Edinburgh. He attended Central School of Speech and Drama in London.

Angus MacFadyen is a wonderful actor, it's a pity he's only got a small part, but showed he was perfect portraying General Simon Fraser, Angus played it to perfection.

Through coincidence he played Robert the Bruce in the film with the same title, where Angus not only reprised his role as the Bruce, he also co-wrote the film's screenplay, and in Braveheart, he narrated and played the Scottish noble.

Simon Fraser of Balnain, played by Angus Macfadyen is not the same Simon Fraser, Lord Lovat “The Old Fox” (Clive Russell), or his son Simon (James Parris) in Outlander Season 2.

Simon Fraser of Balnain

Simon Fraser of Balnain, from Invernesshire, Scotland, was born to a fighting culture. A Scottish Highlander, he was ushered into a rich heritage of Scottish warriors. The Fraser family of Balnain had supported Bonnie Prince Charles and, like many Highland families, suffered heavily after the Jacobite defeat at Culloden in 1746. After that conclusive battle, many of Prince Charles supporters were dealt with severely; several were executed and countless had their houses destroyed and their estates confiscated.

Battle of Culloden April 16, 1746

For decades prior to and even after the Jacobite Rebellion, the British had Scottish regiments within its ranks, such as the 64th Highlanders. Many Scots also sought mercenary service with the Dutch by enlisting in Holland’s Scottish Brigades. At age 18, in 1747, Simon did so, entering the newly formed Fourth Scottish Brigade under the Earl of Drumlanrig. He soon found himself embroiled in the final years of the Austrian War of Succession (1740-1748).

In an ironic twist, Highlander Simon Fraser (among the Dutch Scottish Brigade) fought alongside those who just the previous year, had killed many of his countrymen and destroyed and pillaged his family’s estates; these were Loudoun’s Highlanders, the 64th Highlander Regiment. During the Jacobite Rebellion, the 64th had remained loyal to the British army and fought against their fellow highlanders at the Culloden Battle. They now were employed by England in support of the Dutch.

In 1756, Fraser ended his pension service with the Dutch and joined the British army, enlisting in the 62nd Royal American Regiment of Foot. The 62nd Regiment of Foot, renumbered the 60th in February 1757, was better known under its later name, The King’s Royal Rifle Corps. The Seven Years War, also known as the French and Indian War, necessitated new battle tactics for British forces in America.

Royal American Regiment of Foot, Kings Rifle Corps

The Scottish name of Simon Fraser was quite common because of the frequent use of the name Simon Fraser in military lists, there has been much confusion and misinformation. The 63rd Highlanders, later the 78th Highland Regiment of Foot, was commanded by Simon Fraser’s cousin, Lt. Colonel Simon Fraser, who was the 19th Chief of the Clan Fraser of Lovat. Lovat’s father, the 11th Chief of the Clan Fraser of Lovat, who also named Simon Fraser, was a Jacobite and subsequently executed after Culloden. King George II reinstated the lands of Lord Lovat to Colonel Simon Fraser in 1757 with the understanding he would raise a regiment of Highlanders which were labeled ‘Fraser’s Highlanders’.

The 78th Highlanders not only had a Lt. Colonel Simon Fraser as its commanding officer, but so too a captain, a lieutenant, and an ensign. The younger Simon Fraser was known as Lieutenant Simon Fraser Junior, being the youngest subaltern by that name and was listed in the regiment’s 1757 return as Ensign Simon Fraser.

Fraser’s (Lord Lovat) 78th Highlanders

Simon Fraser of Balnain, a character in Outlander 7 season, is the historical figure who would serve in the American Revolution under British Lieutenant General John Burgoyne's command.

By 1768, he had risen to Lieutenant Colonel of the 24th Regiment of Foot. Along with his regiment, Fraser was sent to Quebec in 1776.

Not long after his service at Quebec, Simon Fraser was promoted to Brigadier General, and Fraser's command was in the vanguard during the taking of Fort Ticonderoga. This meant that he was responsible not only for his 24th Regiment of Foot but also for the Grenadier battalion, the light infantry battalion, a company of marksmen, as well as members of the Canadian militia and Native American soldiers, and Fraser helped dislodge the retreating Americans.

When General John Burgoyne organised his Saratoga campaign in the autumn of 1777, Fraser was chosen to command the advanced unit. He saw many successes in battle, but his fatal day on the battlefield came on October 7th, 1777 when he was hit with rifle fire at Second Saratoga, or the Battle of Bemis Heights.

General Simon Fraser of Balnain

#SimonFraserofBalnain #AngusMacfadyen #FortTiconderoga #AmericanRevolution #HighlandRegiments #BritishArmy #outlander

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marcmack · 2 years

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Farewell to Nova Scotia! And hello again to Fredericton NB. Pics with a 78th Highlander in full MacKenzie regalia, Peggy’s Cove, the Sackville waterfowl wetland, the reconstruction of the Hector in Pictou, and Thinkers Lodge (site of the Pugwash conferences) https://www.instagram.com/p/ChiR4TnuItE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Fijian Drua defeat Crusaders in a spectacular upset in Super Rugby Pacific

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Fijian Drua defeat Crusaders in a spectacular upset in Super Rugby Pacific

The Fijian Drua pulled off one of the biggest upsets in Super Rugby history in the third match of their second season in Super Rugby Pacific.

The Drua produced one of rugby’s most spectacular moments with a last-second 25-24 victory over the Crusaders in a sweaty, exhilarating, error-filled game played in near-30-degree temperatures in Lautoka, Fiji.

The 13,000-person Churchill Park stadium was at full capacity, and it contributed to the fantastic atmosphere that visibly energized the home team while the visitors struggled with the heat and basic hand-eye coordination.

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Yet, the Drua earned their victory with an amazing performance in a game that flowed and ended with a spectacular spectacle. Although the Drua team appeared more likely for the most of the game, two first-half tries by Crusaders hooker Quentin MacDonald lifted the Crusaders to a 12-5 halftime advantage.

The Drua were prevented from taking the lead at halftime by some errant goalkicking and a valiant try-line tackle by Willie Heinz. The Crusaders never really got going in the second half. The Drua’s limitless energy was in sharp contrast to their sluggish, languid mobility.

Fijian Drua stun Crusaders in Super Rugby

Fijian Drua defeated the defending champion Canterbury Crusaders by a score of 25–24 on Saturday in Lautoka, giving them their largest victory in Super Rugby Pacific’s two-year history.

With ten minutes remaining, the Drua had a ten point lead thanks to three rapid tries from IIlliasa Droasese, Joseva Tamani, and Eroni Sau in the second half. The Crusaders were revived by this.

Sevu Reece scored in the 74th and Ioane Moananu scored in the 78th minutes, giving Crusaders replacement first-five Fergus Burke the chance to win the game with a successful sideline conversion. He succeeded, but there was one surprise in store.

The Drua were given one final opportunity after Crusaders replacement Noah Hotham knocked on the re-start.

With the subsequent phase, they gained a penalty advantage, and when the attempted drop goal missed, Kemu Valentini, making his debut, had an opportunity to win it with his first kick of the game.

The moment the ball soared directly down the middle will live in the minds of Fijian rugby players forever.

Eight changes were made to the Crusaders’ lineup from the team that defeated the Highlanders the previous Saturday, and coach Scott Robertson will certainly rue not using Richie Mo’unga to provide the field with the much-needed spark.

The Crusaders now have just one victory from their first three games, while the Drua have two Super Rugby.

Tevita Ikaniverse, the captain of the Fijian team, expressed his gratitude to the spectators for supporting them to victory. Today’s game and crowd were both incredible, according to Ikaniverse. “The boys came out firing in the second half, and we succeeded.

As we had been prepared for this game since Monday, we believed anything was possible. We were confident, and we overcame a fantastic club that had a six-year winning streak. What better setting to accomplish it in than in front of our own audience?

Scott Barrett, who was playing in his 100th game, called the circumstances “difficult” but praised the Drua for their victory.

We got what we anticipated, although I suppose that’s not what we wanted, remarked Barrett. “A challenging match at home.

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We were idle for eighty minutes. There were times when we turned our backs on them, and it was clear how dangerous they were and how easily their running play could be exploited.

Getting the 100th was bittersweet, but I’m proud of myself. It’s been a great week, but I’m disappointed that we weren’t able to finish the task.

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scotianostra · 2 years

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On April 5th 1834 the renowned architect Robert Rowand Anderson was born in Fernieside, then a village to the south of Edinburgh and now part of the area generally known as Gilmerton.

Despite initially following his father into legal practice, he started studying architecture at the Trustees Drawing Academy, which is now Edinburgh College of art, in 1849 before starting as an assistant for George Gilbert Scott in Trafalgar Square, London. He has been described as ‘The Premier Architect of Scotland’, designing numerous striking and imposing public buildings. He was commissioned by King Edward to modify Balmoral Castle. He was widely recognised by his peers of the era as a distinguished and truly talented architect.

He returned to Edinburgh in 1860 where his skill and flair earned him invitations to compete for prestigious tenders, for example the University of Edinburgh’s graduation hall and medical school in September 1874; a competition in which he was to ultimately succeed. His most prominent work include the beautiful Mount Stuart on the Isle of Bute, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery and the North British Railway hotel now known as the Balmoral Hotel, Edinburgh.

Most of Anderson’s work seems to be churches throughout Scotland, although he has designed a number of memorials, the most notable, in my opinion are the Kirkcaldy of Grange memorial Edinburgh Castle, and the 78th Highlanders Memorial on the castle Esplanade.

Pics of his other designs are, McEwan Hall, Edinburgh, Old Pauls Church, Jeffrey Street Edinburgh and Glencorse Parish Church near Penicuik, this was where Jamie and Claire tied the knot in the first season of the hit show Outlander

Much more info on the man and his designs here http://www.scottisharchitects.org.uk/architect_full.php?id=200041

#Scotland #scottish #architect #Architecture #history #Edinburgh #Outlander

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theiceandbones · 2 years

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The Sebastopol Monument

Also known as the Welsford-Parker Monument, is the 4th oldest war monument in Canada erected in 1860 and stands in Halifax's Old Burying Ground (previously known as St. Paul's Cemetery). It commemorates the Nova Scotians involved in the Seige of Sebastopol during the Crimean War, namely Major Augustus Welsford (Halifax) of the 97th Regiment and Captain William Parker (Lawrencetown, Halifax Co.) of the 77th Regiment who were both involved at the Battle of the Great Redan.

Storming the Redan, Major Welsford ordered "ladders to the front" when his troops hurried to scale the parapets. Welsford was decapitated in the fight attempting to enter the ranks.

In the 1840s, then-Lieutenant Parker joined the 78th Highlanders where he served in India for 12 years. He joined as Captain in the 77th Regiment and served during the Battle of the Great Redan where he was killed on the 8th of September, 1855.

The Sebastopol Monument/Crimean War Monument/Welsford-Parker Monument is the only monument to the Crimean War erected in North America.

#halifax #sebastopol monument #major augustus welsford #captain william parker #97th regiment #77th regiment #military history

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contemplatingoutlander · 4 years

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HISTORICAL OUTLANDER: So how was the former Jacobite Jamie Fraser able to openly wear his kilt in North Carolina given the Act of Proscription of 1747?

I admit to having been confused for a while during Outlander Episode 5x01, when Jamie Fraser, resplendent in his plaid, called on settlers of the back country to stand by his side in the militia he was assembling.

After all, the Act of Proscription of 1747 banned the wearing of the plaid by Scottish men or boys:

"no man or boy, within that part of Great Britain called Scotland, other than shall be employed as officers and soldiers in his Majesty's forces, shall on any pretence whatsoever, wear or put on the clothes commonly called Highland Clothes (that is to say) the plaid, philibeg, or little kilt, trowse, shoulder belts, or any part whatsoever of what peculiarly belongs to the highland garb; and that no tartan, or party-coloured plaid or stuff shall be used for great coats, or for upper coats . . . ." [emphasis added]

It also banned the possession of weapons by anyone in the Highlands and was a renewal (with greater penalties) of the Disarming Act of 1716 which stated:

“...it should not be lawful for any person or persons ... to have in his or their custody... broad sword or target, poignard, whinger, or durk, side pistol, gun, or other warlike weapon.”

Given that the Act of Proscription was in effect until 1782, I found myself being confused that Jamie wasn’t arrested as he walked out in front of the assembled crowd wearing the plaid. After all, the Redcoats were there and they had to know the plaid was banned.

And Lord John Grey, the former governor of Ardsmuir Prison was there, and he knew that his former prisoners could face dire consequences if they wore the plaid.

But no one spoke up against Jamie’s wearing his kilt. In fact everyone (including the Redcoats and Lord John) looked in awe of Jamie Fraser as he spoke.

So what was going on?

Well, it turns out, according to Robbie MacNiven in After Culloden: from rebels to Redcoats:

“Highlanders who took the King’s shilling and donned the red coat could again carry their swords and muskets and wear the plaid and bonnet, recapturing the essence of their warlike traditions.”

So, once Jamie took his commission from Governor Tryon, he was able to wear the plaid and to carry arms legally.

Being a warrior was important to many Highlanders and so it isn’t surprising that many chose to wear the red coat to continue that way of life (and to feed themselves and their families after the decimation of the Highlands after Culloden). In fact it turns out that the real life Simon Fraser (son of Lord Lovat and Jamie’s half-uncle in the Outlander universe) is a well known example of a Jacobite who survived the battle of Culloden but who later fought for the Crown.

According to Robbie MacNiven:

“When the British government authorised a recruitment drive amongst the clans that had once defied it, Simon Fraser was the first to answer the call. Disaffected, destitute Highlander youths rallied to their clansman’s banner – 800 in all. These men were quickly organised into the 78th Highland Regiment, also known as Fraser’s Highlanders.

“Simon Fraser and his regiment, along with its twin, the 77th or Montgomery’s Highlanders, served at the forefront of the war in America, and were present at James Wolfe’s defining victory on the Plains of Abraham in 1759.

“Nor did their service end with Britain’s triumph. When war again flared in the colonies in 1775, the regiment was reinstated, and went on to serve again with distinction. By this point, Fraser had gone full circle, from rebel to government soldier serving to suppress rebels.”

In many ways, the real Simon Fraser was in a similar position (a former Jacobite rebel attempting to “suppress” American rebels) to the one we find Jamie in at the beginning of Season 5.

However, for Jamie, the conflict of wearing the red coat is far greater than it was for his half-uncle. We shall see how that conflict unfolds as Season 5 continues.

Posted 02.24.20 at 12:22 pm EST; updated 02.24.20 at 10:25 pm EST

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Jamie in kilt photo source (before edits); Scottish Redcoat warrior illustration source; gifs made directly from Starz Outlander episode 5x01

#jamie fraser #the plaid #outlander #s5x01 #sam heughan #my gifs

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goalhofer · 4 years

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2020 NHL Draft Results

1st overall, New York Rangers: Alex Lafreniere, Rimouski Oceanic (Saint-Eustache, Quebec)

2nd overall, Los Angeles: Quinton Byfield, Sudbury Wolves (Newmarket, Ontario)

3rd overall, Ottawa: Tim Stützle, Adler Mannheim (Viersen, Germany)

4th overall, Detroit: Lukas Raymond, Frölunda H.C. (Göteborg, Sweden)

5th overall, Ottawa: Jake Sanderson, USNTDP (Whitefish, Montana)

6th overall, Anaheim: Jamie Drysdale, Erie Otters (Toronto, Ontario)

7th overall, New Jersey: Alexander Holtz, Djugårdens I.F. Ishockeyförening (Stockholm, Sweden)

8th overall, Buffalo: Jack Quinn, Ottawa 67's (Cobden, Ontario)

9th overall, Minnesota: Marco Rossi, Ottawa 67's (Zurich, Switzerland)

10th overall, Winnipeg: Cole Perfetti, Saginaw Spirit (Whitby, Ontario)

11th overall, Nashville: Yaroslav Askarov, K.K. S.K.A.-Neva (Omsk, Russia)

12th overall, Florida: Anton Lundell, H.I.F.K. (Espoo, Finland)

13th overall, Carolina: Seth Jarvis, Portland Winterhawks (Winnipeg, Manitoba)

14th overall, Edmonton: Dylan Holloway, University Of Wisconsin Badgers (Cochrane, Alberta)

15th overall, Toronto: Rodion Amirov, K.K. Salavat Yulaev (Salavat, Russia)

16th overall, Montreal: Kaiden Guhle, Prince Albert Raiders (Sherwood Park, Alberta)

17th overall, Chicago: Lukas Reichel, Eisbären Berlin (Nürnberg, Germany)

18th overall, New Jersey: Dawson Mercer, Chicoutimi Sagueneens (Bay Roberts, Newfoundland)

19th overall, New York Rangers: Braden Schneider, Brandon Wheat Kings (Prince Albert, Saskatchewan)

20th overall, New Jersey: Shakir Mukhamadullin, K.K. Salavat Yulaev (Ufa, Russia)

21st overall, Columbus: Yegor Chinakhov, K.K. Avangard (Omsk, Russia)

22nd overall, Washington: Hendrix Lapierre, Chicoutimi Sagueneens (Gatineau, Quebec)

23rd overall, Philadelphia: Tyson Foerster, Barrie Colts (Alliston, Ontario)

24th overall, Calgary: Connor Zary, Kamloops Blazers (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan)

25th overall, Colorado: Justin Barron, Halifax Mooseheads (Halifax, Nova Scotia)

26th overall, St. Louis: Jake Neighbours, Edmonton Oil Kings (Airdrie, Alberta)

27th overall, Anaheim: Jacob Perreault, Sarnia Sting (Montreal, Quebec)

28th overall, Ottawa: Ridly Greig, Brandon Wheat Kings (Lethbridge, Alberta)

29th overall, Vegas: Brendan Brisson, Chicago Steel (Manhattan Beach, California)

30th overall, Dallas: Mavrick Bourque, Shawinigan Cataractes (Plessisville, Quebec)

31st overall, San Jose: Ozzy Weisblatt, Prince Albert Raiders (Calgary, Alberta)

32nd overall, Detroit: William Wallinder, Modo Hockey J20 (Sollefteå, Sweden)

33rd overall, Ottawa: Roby Järventie, K.O.O.V.E.E. (Tampere, Finland)

34th overall, Buffalo: John-Jason Peterka, Eishockeylub Red Bull München (Munich, Germany)

35th overall, Los Angeles: Helge Grans, Malmö Rödhökar (Ljungby, Sweden)

36th overall, Anaheim: Sam Colangelo, Chicago Steel (Stoneham, Massachusetts)

37th overall, Minnesota: Marat Khusnutdinov, K.K. S.K.A.-1946 St. Petersburg (Moscow, Russia)

38th overall, San Jose: Thomas Bordeleau, USNTDP (Montreal, Quebec)

39th overall, Minnesota: Ryan O'Rourke, Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds (Pickering, Ontario)

40th overall, Winnipeg: Daniel Torgersson, Frölunda H.C. J20 (Hönö, Sweden)

41st overall, Carolina: Noel Gunler, Luleå Hockeyförening (Luleå, Sweden)

42nd overall, Nashville: Luke Evangelista, London Knights (Oakville, Ontario)

43rd overall, Florida: Emil Heineman, Leksands Idrottsförening (Leksand, Sweden)

44th overall, Ottawa: Tyler Kleven, USNTDP (Fargo, North Dakota)

45th overall, Los Angeles: Brock Faber, USNTDP (Maple Grove, Minnesota)

46th overall, Chicago: Drew Commesso, USNTDP (Needham, Massachusetts)

47th overall, Montreal: Luke Tuch, USNTDP (Baldwinsville, New York)

48th overall, Montreal: Jan Mysák, Hamilton Bulldogs (Litvínov, Czech Republic)

49th overall, Arizona: Forfeited

50th overall, Calgary: Yan Kuznetsov, University Of Connecticut Huskies (Murmansk, Russia)

51st overall, Detroit: Theodor Niederbach, Frölunda H.C. J20 (Bjästa, Sweden)

52nd overall, Pittsburgh: Joel Blomqvist, Oulun Kärpät U20 (Nykarlby, Finland)

53rd overall, Carolina: Vasily Ponomarev, Shawinigan Cataractes (Zelenograd, Russia)

54th overall, Philadelphia: Emil Andrae, HV71 J20 (Västervik, Sweden)

55th overall, Detroit: Cross Hanas, Portland Winterhawks (Highland Village, Texas)

56th overall, San Jose: Tristen Robins, Saskatoon Blades (Brandon, Manitoba)

57th overall, Tampa Bay: Jack Finley, Spokane Chiefs (Kelowna, British Columbia)

58th overall, Boston: Mason Lohrei, Green Bay Gamblers (Verona, Wisconsin)

59th overall, Toronto: Roni Hirvonen, Porin Ässät (Espoo, Finland)

60th overall, New York Rangers: Will Cuylle, Windsor Spitfires (Toronto, Ontario)

61st overall, Ottawa: Egor Sokolov, Cape Breton Eagles (Yekaterinburg, Russia)

62nd overall, Tampa Bay: Gage Goncalves, Everett Silvertips (Mission, British Columbia)

63rd overall, Detroit: Donovan Sebrango, Kitchener Rangers (Kitchener, Ontario)

64th overall, Toronto: Topi Niemela, Oulun Kärpät (Oulu, Finland)

65th overall, Minnesota: Daemon Hunt, Moose Jaw Warriors (Brandon, Manitoba)

66th overall, Los Angeles: Kasper Simontaival, Tappara (Tampere, Finland)

67th overall, Anaheim: Ian Moore, St. Mark's School Winged Lions (Concord, Massachusetts)

68th overall, Vegas: Lucas Cormier, Charlottetown Islanders (Ste.-Marie-De-Kent, New Brunswick)

69th overall, Carolina: Alexander Nikishin, K.K. Spartak Moscow (Oryol, Russia)

70th overall, Detroit: Eemil Viro, Turun Palloseura (Vantaa, Finland)

71st overall, Ottawa: Leevi Meriläinen, Oulun Kärpät U20 (Oulu, Finland)

72nd overall, Calgary: Jérémy Poirier, Saint John Sea Dogs (Salaberry-De-Valleyfield, Quebec)

73rd overall, Nashville: Luke Prokop, Calgary Hitmen (Edmonton, Alberta)

74th overall, Florida: Ty Smilanic, USNTDP (Elizabeth, Colorado)

75th overall, Colorado: Jean-Luc Foudy, Windsor Spitfires (Scarborough, Ontario)

76th overall, San Jose: Danil Gushchin, Niagara IceDogs (Yekaterinburg, Russia)

77th overall, Pittsburgh: Calle Klang, Kristianstads I.K. (Olofström, Sweden)

78th overall, Columbus: Samuel Kňažko, Turun Palloseura U20 (Trencin, Slovakia)

79th overall, Chicago: Landon Slaggert, USNTDP (Chicago, Illinois)

80th overall, Calgary: Jake Boltmann, Edina High School Hornets (Edina, Minnesota)

81st overall, Chicago: Wyatt Kaiser, Andover High School Huskies (Andover, Minnesota)

82nd overall, Vancouver: Joni Jurmo, J.Y.P. (Espoo, Finland)

83rd overall, Los Angeles: Alex Laferriere, Harvard University Crimson (Chatham, New Jersey)

84th overall, New Jersey: Nico Daws, Guelph Storm (Burlington, Ontario)

85th overall, Tampa Bay: Maxim Groshev, K.K. Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk (Agryz, Russia)

86th overall, St. Louis: Dylan Peterson, Boston University Terriers (Ottawa, Ontario)

87th overall, Florida: Justin Sourdif, Vancouver Giants (Surrey, British Columbia)

88th overall, St. Louis: Leo Lööf, Färjestad Bollklubb Jr. (Karlstad, Sweden)

89th overall, Boston: Trevor Kuntar, Boston College Eagles (Williamsville, New York)

90th overall, New York Islanders: Alexander Ljungkrantz, Brynäs I.F. (Gävle, Sweden)

91st overall, Vegas: Jackson Hallum, St. Thomas Academy Cadets (Eagan, Minnesota)

92nd overall, New York Rangers: Oliver Tärnström, A.I.I. Jr. (Stockholm, Sweden)

93rd overall, Tampa Bay: Jack Thompson, Sudbury Wolves (Courtice, Ontario)

94th overall, Philadelphia: Zayde Wisdom, Kingston Frontenacs (Toronto, Ontario)

95th overall, Florida: Mike Benning, Sherwood Park Crusaders (St. Albert, Alberta)

96th overall, Calgary: Daniil Chechelev, Russkie Vityazi Chekhov (Khabarovsk, Russia)

97th overall, Detroit: Sam Strange, Sioux Falls Stampede (Eau Claire, Wisconsin)

98th overall, San Jose: Brandon Coe, North Bay Battalion (Toronto, Ontario)

99th overall, New Jersey: Jaromir Pytlik, Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds (Dacice, Czech Republic)

100th overall, Edmonton: Carter Savoie, University Of Denver Pioneers (St. Albert, Alberta)

101st overall, Nashville: Adam Wilsby, Skellefteå A.I.K. (Stockholm, Sweden)

102nd overall, Montreal: Jack Smith, Sioux Falls Stampede (St. Cloud, Minnesota)

103rd overall, New York Rangers: Dylan Garand, Kamloops Blazers (Victoria, British Columbia)

104th overall, Anaheim: Thimo Nickl, Rögle Bollklubb J20 (Klagenfurt, Austria)

105th overall, Florida: Zach Uens, Merrimack College Warriors (Belleville, Ontario)

106th overall, Toronto: Artur Akhtiamov, Irbis Kazan (Kazan, Russia)

107th overall, Detroit: Jan Bednár, Acadie-Bathurst Titan (Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic)

108th overall, Pittsburgh: Lukáš Švejkovský, Medicine Hat Tigers (Point Roberts, Washington)

109th overall, Montreal: Blake Biondi, Hermantown High School Hawks (Hermantown, Minnesota)

110th overall, Chicago: Michael Krutil, H.K. Sparta Praha Jr. (Prague, Czech Republic)

111th overall, Arizona: Mitch Miller, Tri-City Storm (Sylvania, Ohio)

112th overall, Los Angeles: Juho Markkanen, Imatran Ketterä (Laapeenranta, Finland)

113th overall, Vancouver: Jackson Kunz, Green Bay Gamblers (Grand Forks, North Dakota)

114th overall, Columbus: Mikael Pyyhtiä, Turun Pallo U20 (Turku, Finland)

115th overall, Carolina: Zion Nybeck, HV71 J20 (Alvesta, Sweden)

116th overall, Tampa Bay: Eamon Powell, Boston College Eagles (Marcellus, New York)

117th overall, Washington: Bogdan Trineev, M.K.K. Dynamo Moscow (Voronezh, Russia)

118th overall, Colorado: Colby Ambrosio, Boston College Eagles (Welland, Ontario)

119th overall, St. Louis: Tanner Dickinson, Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds (Perrysburg, Ohio)

120th overall, New Jersey: Ethan Edwards, Sioux City Musketeers (Grand Prairie, Alberta)

121st overall, New York Islanders: Alex Jefferies, The Frederick Gunn School (Lunenburg, Massachusetts)

122nd overall, Toronto: William Villeneuve, Saint John Sea Dogs (Sherbrooke, Quebec)

123rd overall, Dallas: Antonio Stranges, London Knights (Plymouth, Michigan)

124th overall, Montreal: Sean Farrell, Harvard University Crimson (Hopkinton, Massachusetts)

125th overall, Vegas: Jesper Vikman, Allmänna Idrottsklubben J20 (Stockholm, Sweden)

126th overall, Edmonton: Ty Tullio, Oshawa Generals (Lakeshore, Ontario)

127th overall, New York Rangers: Evan Vierling, Barrie Colts (Aurora, Ontario)

128th overall, Los Angeles: Martin Chromiak, Kingston Frontenacs (Ilava, Slovakia)

129th overall, Anaheim: Artyom Galimov, K.K. Ak Bars (Samara, Russia)

130th overall, New Jersey: Artyom Shlain, University Of Connecticut Huskies (Moscow, Russia)

131st overall, Buffalo: Matteo Costantini, Penticton Vees (St. Catherines, Ontario)

132nd overall, Detroit: Alex Cotton, Lethbridge Hurricanes (Langley, British Columbia)

133rd overall, Winnipeg: Anton Johannesson, HV71 J20 (Gnosjö, Sweden)

134th overall, New York Rangers: Brett Berard, Providence College Friars (East Greenwich, Rhode Island)

135th overall, Philadelphia: Elliot Desnoyers, Halifax Mooseheads (St-Hyacinthe, Quebec)

136th overall, Montreal: Jakub Dobeš, Omaha Lancers (Havirov, Czech Republic)

137th overall, Toronto: Dmitri Ovchinnikov, K.K. Sibersky Snaypery (Chita, Russia)

138th overall, Edmonton: Maxim Beryozkin, K.K. Lokomotiv 2 (Chita, Russia)

139th overall, Colorado: Ryder Rolston, University Of Notre Dame Fighting Irish (Birmingham, Michigan)

140th overall, Los Angeles: Ben Meehan, University Of Massachusetts, Lowell River Hawks (Walpole, Massachusetts)

141st overall, Chicago: Isaac Phillips, Sudbury Wolves (Barrie, Ontario)

142nd overall, Arizona: Carson Bantle, Michigan Technological University Huskies (Onalaska, Wisconsin)

143rd overall, Calgary: Ryan Francis, Cape Breton Eagles (Beaver Bank, Nova Scotia)

144th overall, Vancouver: Jacob Truscott, USNTDP (Ft. Gratiot, Michigan)

145th overall, Columbus: Ole Bjørgvik-Holm, Manglerud Stjerne Ishockey (Oslo, Norway)

146th overall, Minnesota: Pavel Novák; Jr., H.K. Stadion Litomerice (Tabor, Czech Republic)

147th overall, Tampa Bay: Jaydon Dureau, Portland Winterhawks (White City, Saskatchewan)

148th overall, Washington: Cassius Hughes, Spokane Chiefs (Post Falls, Idaho)

149th overall, Pittsburgh: Raivis Ansons, Baie-Comeau Drakkar (Riga, Latvia)

150th overall, St. Louis: Matt Kessel, University Of Massachusetts, Amherst Minutemen (Bloomfield Hills, Michigan)

151st overall, Boston: Mason Langenbrunner, Eden Prairie High School Eagles (Eden Prairie, Minnesota)

152nd overall, New York Islanders: William Dufour, Drummondville Voltigeurs (Quebec City, Quebec)

153rd overall, Florida: Kasper Puutio, Oulun Kärpät (Vaasa, Finland)

154th overall, Dallas: Daniel Pettersson-Ljungman, Linköping Hockeyklubb J20 (Uppsala, Sweden)

155th overall, Ottawa: Eric Engstrand, Malmö Rödhökar (Varberg, Sweden)

156th overall, Detroit: Kyle Aucoin, Tri-City Storm (Gloucester, Ontario)

157th overall, Tampa Bay: Nick Capone, University Of Connecticut Huskies (East Haven, Connecticut)

158th overall, Ottawa: Philippe Daoust, Moncton Wildcats (Barrie, Ontario)

159th overall, Carolina: Lucas Mercuri, Des Moines Buccaneers (LaSalle, Quebec)

160th overall, Anaheim: Albin Sundsvik, Skellefteå A.I.K. (Stockholm, Sweden)

161st overall, New Jersey: Benjamin Baumgartner, H.C. Davos (Zell Am See, Austria)

162nd overall, Dallas: Evgeni Oxentyuk, C.K. Yunost-Minsk (Brest, Belarus)

163rd overall, St. Louis: Will Cranley, Ottawa 67's (Peterborough, Ontario)

164th overall, Winnipeg: Tyrel Bauer, Seattle Thunderbirds (Cochrane, Alberta)

165th overall, New York Rangers: Matt Rempe, Seattle Thunderbirds (Calgary, Alberta)

166th overall, Nashville: Luke Reid, University Of New Hampshire Wildcats (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan)

167th overall, Colorado: Nils Åman, Leksands Idrottsförening (Avesta, Sweden)

168th overall, Toronto: Veeti Mietinen, St. Cloud State University Huskies (Espoo, Finland)

169th overall, Edmonton: Filip Engarås, University Of New Hampshire Wildcats (Stockholm, Sweden)

170th overall, Pittsburgh: Chase Yoder, Providence College Friars (Fairview, Texas)

171st overall, Montreal: Alexander Gordin, S.K.A.-1946 St. Petersburg (St. Petersburg, Russia)

172nd overall, Chicago: Chad Yetman, Erie Otters (Whitby, Ontario)

173rd overall, Arizona: Filip Barklund, Örebro H.K. Jr. (Stockholm, Sweden)

174th overall, Calgary: Rory Kerihs, Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds (Bolton, Ontario)

175th overall, Vancouver: Dmitri Zlodeyev, M.H.K. Dynamo Moscow (Voronezh, Russia)

176th overall, Columbus: Samuel Johannesson, Rögle Bandyklubb (Halmstad, Sweden)

177th overall, Toronto: Axel Rindell, Mikkelin Jukurit (Espoo, Finland)

178th overall, Philadelphia: Connor McClennon, Winnipeg Ice (Wainwright, Alberta)

179th overall, Washington: Garin Bjorklund, Medicine Hat Tigers (Grand Prairie, Alberta)

180th overall, Toronto: Joe Miller, Chicago Steel (Minneapolis, Minnesota)

181st overall, Ottawa: Cole Reinhardt, Brandon Wheat Kings (Irracana, Alberta)

182nd overall, Boston: Riley Duran, Youngstown Phantoms (Woburn, Massachusetts)

183rd overall, New York Islanders: Matias Rajaniemi, Lahti Pelikaanis (Lahti, Finland)

184th overall, Vegas: Noah Ellis, Des Moines Buccaneers (Urbandale, Iowa)

185th overall, Dallas: Rémi Poirier, Gatineau Olympiques (Farnham, Quebec)

186th overall, Tampa Bay: Amir Miftakhov, K.K. Ak Bars (Kazan, Russia)

187th overall, Detroit: Kienan Draper, Chilliwack Chiefs (Detroit, Michigan)

188th overall, Chicago: Louis Crevier, Chicoutimi Sagueneens (Quebec City, Quebec)

189th overall, Toronto: John Fusco, Harvard University Crimson (Westwood, Massachusetts)

190th overall, Los Angeles: Aatu Jämsen, Lahti Pelikaanis U20 (Lahti, Finland)

191st overall, Vancouver: Viktor Persson, Brynäs I.F. J20 (Valbo, Sweden)

192nd overall, Arizona: Elliot Ekefjärd, Malmå Rödhökar (Waxholm, Sweden)

193rd overall, Buffalo: Albert Lyckåsen, Hockeyklubb Vita Hästen (Bålsta, Sweden)

194th overall, St. Louis: Noah Beck, Clarkson University Golden Knights (Richmond Hill, Ontario)

195th overall, Toronto: Wyatt Schingoethe, Waterloo Black Hawks (Algonquin, Illinois)

196th overall, San Jose: Alex Young, Colgate University Raiders (Calgary, Alberta)

197th overall, New York Rangers: Hugo Ollas, Linköping Hockeyklubb J20 (Linköping, Sweden)

198th overall, Florida: Elliot Ekmark, Linköping Hockeyklubb J20 (Linköping, Sweden)

199th overall, Carolina: Alexander Pashin, M.K.K. Tolpar Ufa (Pryutovo, Russia)

200th overall, Edmonton: Jeremias Lindewall, Modo Hockey J20 (Sollefteå, Sweden)

201st overall, San Jose: Adam Raška, C.K. Ocelari Trinec (Koprivnice, Czech Republic)

202nd overall, Nashville: Gunnarwolfe Fontaine, Northeastern University Huskies (East Greenwich, Rhode Island)

203rd overall, Detroit: Chase Bradley, Sioux City Musketeers (St. Louis, Missouri)

204th overall, Arizona: Ben McCartney, Brandon Wheat Kings (Macdonald, Manitoba)

205th overall, Calgary: Ilya Sokolyov, C.K. Dynamo Minsk (Minsk, Belarus)

206th overall, San Jose: Linus Öberg, Örebro H.K. (Vänersborg, Sweden)

207th overall, Anaheim: Ethan Bowen, Chilliwack Chiefs (Chilliwack, British Columbia)

208th overall, Carolina: Ronan Seeley, Everett Silvertips (Olds, Alberta)

209th overall, Nashville: Chase McLane, Pennsylvania State University Nittany Lions (Trenton, Michigan)

210th overall, San Jose: Timofey Spitserov, Culver Military Academy Eagles (St. Petersburg, Russia)

211th overall, Washington: Oskar Magnusson, Malmö Rödhöks (Trelleborg, Sweden)

212th overall, Florida: Devon Levi, Northeastern University Huskies (Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec)

213th overall, Toronto: Ryan Tverberg, Toronto Jr. Canadiens (Richmond Hill, Ontario)

214th overall, New York Islanders: Henrik Tikkanen, I.P.K. (Lohja, Finland)

215th overall, Vegas: Maxim Marushev, Bars Kazan (Saratov, Russia)

216th overall, Buffalo: Jakub Konečný, C.K. Sparta Praha U20 (Brno, Czech Republic)

217th overall, Tampa Bay: Declan McDonnell, Kitchener Rangers (Lake View, New York)

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National Tartan Day

Research the history and culture of the Scottish people, represented by the iconic Tartan pattern often seen on kilts, blankets, and other clothing.

Get ready to celebrate National Tartan Day!

History of National Tartan Day

By 1997, the idea for the day had spread to the United States and National Tartan Day was approved by the US Congress and President, and it was first celebrated the following year on April 6.

National Tartan Day Timeline

200-300 AD Scots start wearing Tartan

Sometimes confused with the word “Plaid” (meaning blanket), Tartan is the specific pattern woven both horizontally and vertically into the fabric.

1320 Declaration of Arbroath is signed

A letter is written, on April 6, by King Robert I, responding to Pope John XXII’s demands that Scotland sign a truce in the first War of Scottish Independence.

1746 Act of Proscription takes effect

In an effort to assimilate the people of Great Britain and crush the Clans, the government makes it so that the Scottish people could not revolt–and are not even allowed to wear their Tartans.

1986 First National Tartan Day is proposed in Canada

This day is proposed for April 6 to promote Scottish Heritage in Canada, originating in Nova Scotia, which means “New Scotland”.

1998 Tartan Day is adopted in the United States

The Scottish Coalition USA met the previous year to propose following in Canada’s footsteps and Tartan Day passes legislation in Congress during this year.

How to Celebrate National Tartan Day

Wear a Tartan for National Tartan Day

Listen to Scottish Music for National Tartan Day

Enjoy Some Scottish Treats for National Tartan Day

Join in on a Celtic Festival

In addition, many pubs and bars that have Scottish roots will often host celebrations and offer discounts in honor of National Tartan Day, so be sure to check those out locally as well.

Of course, perhaps the best place to celebrate National Tartan Day might be to head on over to Scotland for a visit!

National Tartan Day FAQs

What is National Tartan Day?

National Tartan Day is a time set aside to celebrate Scottish Heritage, particularly in North America.

When is National Tartan Day?

National Tartan Day is celebrated on April 6 in Canada and the United States and on August 1 in Australia.

Why is National Tartan Day on April 6?

Canada and the United States proposed National Tartan Day for April 6 because it is the day that the Declaration of Arbroath was signed.

Is National Tartan Day a holiday?

National Tartan Day is celebrated as a recognized holiday in Canada and the United States, as well as Australia, though the date may be different.

How to celebrate National Tartan Day?

A great way to observe National Tartan Day is to enjoy celebrating all things Scottish, including wearing a Tartan or even visiting Scotland.

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