As part of the commemorations, the Ninety-six year old Whitson Johnson served in the RAF from 1942 to 1947 deciphering codes in support of the Fourteenth Army in the Far East and spent time in Bombay, Calcutta, Chittagong, Hmawbi and Burma.“As far as I was concerned, 15 August was when the War ended. Referred to as ‘mottled’, ‘marled’ and…Each year almost 50,000 people from across the world meet in Edinburgh, to celebrate Scottish culture and heritage. But the mission has remained the same: to play the traditional Scottish and Celtic Music, and to honor the heroes of our many conflicts. The actual quotation is "Real Scottish war drums are made from massive slices of tree trunk and are too heavy to pick up, so they’re only used for studio work." 56 Pins • 19 followers Follow.

By sorcererdale in forum Show us your pics Stay safe and healthy. I can hardly believe that it has been 75 years since that day.”Ninety-four year old Albert Lamond served in the Royal Navy from 1943 to 1947 as a Signalman and was at Sword Beach during the D-Day campaign.

I'd like to try building some. In contrast to the high-impact, multi-tonal, and complex patterns of American bass drum lines, the lone Scottish bass drum requires constant smooth and fluid arm motions that aim to graze the low-tension heads to variable degrees. Others maintain that the instrument was brought over the water by the colonising Scots tribes from Ireland.What is certain however is that bagpipes have existed in various forms in many places around the world.

Check out our resources for adapting to these times. Scottish-born Squadron Leader Martin Pert, Team Leader and Red 1 of the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, said: “It is an enormous privilege, as members of the modern day Royal Air Force, to meet these incredible veterans as they continue to provide inspiration to us all, particularly when we reflect on their sacrifice and service. Consistent through these changes is the Rochester tradition of honoring our veterans and a dedication to all things Celtic. I learned that lesson and I realise there is no point in war. What about alternates to these drums? Military drummers were often recruited very young, sometimes while still children, and at least one boy drummer at Waterloo was just 14.Side drum used by the 42nd (Royal Highland) Regiment of Foot, 1815 National Army Museum I am glad that the War finished when it did, and the Allies were victorious. 5621230. Last drum carried by the band before disbanding in 1968Flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. Does anyone know any more info on these drums? At the annual Clan Gathering, thousands line the Royal Mile to watch the Great Clans of Scotland proudly parading through the capital.Perhaps nothing captures the spirit of Scottish culture better than the sight of Highland dancing being performed at some Highland gathering in some far flung corner of the world.An essential piece of Highland dress to accompany a Scotsman’s kilt is the ornately decorated pouch that hangs down the front, commonly referred to as the sporran. The bag, commonly made from animal skin, is simply an airtight reservoir to hold the air and regulate its flow, thus allowing the piper to breathe and maintain a continuous sound, both at the same time. Drums were a vital part of the battlefield communication system, with different drum rolls used to give orders to units of soldiers on chaotic battlefields.