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Yes, a very knotty question indeed Bruce. Both of my parents were very proud to claim their Scottishness despite their immediately prior Irish heritage which was the 'cause' of their difficulties gaining employment in their 'homeland'. As a consequence they were forced to move south of the border to raise their family where I have often been conflicted about my national identity. It seems to me that we are not free to choose which nationality we belong to, but rather that others are more determined to decide it for us. Am I English because this is where I was born? Many down here would say not, for the same reasons as my parents' ambiguities. Am I Scottish? Again, many up there would disagree. Personally, I dislike the very ideas of labels, badges & borders. I would prefer to consider myself European but again, an enormous bunch of #*&$?@£%# seem to have decided that for me. Now if I could choose I'd be Palestinian.
I'm British, not because of my ancestors (which are English mostly) but because I love that whole island from north to south, east to west. The people, the landscape, the heritage all of it fills me with a sense of belonging regardless of what part I'm in. That said I understand why people want to describe themselves as Scottish, Welsh, Cornish , English etc.
That's nice. Very comforting. All I know is that, when I travel to England or Wales, when they hear my Scottish accent, I am regarded as an alien. I am not seen as a fellow Brit. They see me as an "other". A Jock. A disagreeable, drunken, haggis-munching, subsidy junkie.
@@jackdubz4247 probably because you're a wanker. Not because you're Scottish. Evidence? The Glasgow accent harshness and uniqueness was due to Strathclydes language being Cumbric, or basically Welsh. Which in turn, was the same language as Cornish. If you're going to tell me, a Glaswegian is Alien to a Cornish, Welsh, lancastrian, or a Cumbria man? Then youre having a laugh lol. Briton doesn't mean what communists try to make it mean. Britons were the native, Celtic tribes of these Islands. That includes every corner of these Islands through blood lines. Welsh, picts, Irish.
@@jackdubz4247 what a shame, I reckon the Scottish accent is the merriest of them all and there is nothing wrong with being a haggis muncher, delicious stuff! As for being regarded as a drunk or junkie on the basis of your accent alone, all I can say is I've seen enough of this world to know that miserable people can be found anywhere. I hope you bump into kinder souls in the future.
@@ollietizzard5180 As a child in Harrod's waiting to buy some trinket with my big sister, the pin stripe suited bowler hat wearing man in front of us caught our accents, and spun round quickly, announcing, "England is for the English!" I was seven and burst into tears. My sister was shaking, and it was one of our first tastes of being "othered ". I have grandchildren now, but I still can hear his hatred and see his face, even today. So, yes, we have experienced it, even on You Tube, Facebook, or on TV. You should read Boris Johnson's poem, written by someone else, which he published when Editor of the paper. "The Scotch - what a verminous race!" He called it a joke, but I fail to get the humour.
American born with Scottish, English, and a bit of Welsh DNA, but my heart and interest is in Scotland, I've always felt drawn there, and would move there if I could.
I'm Scottish. My wife was English but I think she's becoming Scottish. We moved back 2 years ago and now breakfast includes square sausage, haggis, black pudding and potato scones, washed down with Irn Bru of course, all at her instigation.
@@helenswan705 Well, if Irn Bru is not to your liking... I hear that traditionally you start with a Lowland Scotch Whisky in the morning, work up to the Speyside at lunch, go round the Highlands and Orkneys 'round the afternoon and finish with a solid Islay Scotch in the evening, toasting Arran and Oban in the wee hours, which neatly brings you back to the next morning. Is that better? I think it is! I envy you Scots! You have a great drink for every hour. 😉
I'm 76yo Canadian, Mother from Glasgow, Father Father from Harris, 71 % Scottish and 25 % Irish, I hold no alliance a the foreign King, And i would like to see Canada as a Republic
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@@Alan-gh8X Check the comments. Scots are always proud of their nationality. Our country has been named one of the oldest, if not the oldest. We were a nation long before the others in the UK , though Ireland and Wales are similarly ancient, along with Cornwall. Na bi cho mì-mhodhail!
American with Scottish ancestry. I live in the USA and fly a Scotland saltire flag off of my home. I also have the rear window on my truck covered by a saltire flag. I will always claim my Scottish ancestry.
I’m Scottish Ukrainian. Dad was from West Lothian area, lowlanders. Mom a Canadian Ukrainian. Dad’s family were Freemasons, staunch Loyalists and strong Presbyterian. Does that make them more British? However they loved Scotland and my Dad and his brothers that emigrated to Canada in 1958 identified as Scottish first and foremost with a certain deep disdain for the English but loved the monarchy. Crazy huh. On my Scottish side I identify as Scots decent. When I went to visit family there I felt right at home. Loved the place and the people. My Scottish Grandfather worked in the local coal mines for 53 years!
If you live n work in Scotland….. if you choose Scotland as your home…..whether born here or not !……you are & will always be considered a Scottish Son or Daughter !…….we are a multi Cultural multi Ethnic Country that embraces the diversity of Global traditions alongside our own longstanding traditions….. including some of those from south of the border ! 😉………..As we move forward new Cultural identities & traditions are formed……& this is what makes Scotland great !…….& aye…I’m Scottish !…….🤜🏴🤛🏾
A few of the things that really pisses me off is the Dad’s army opening titles and theme song, the titles show the union flag fighting back the nazi flag, however the song only mentions “old England” no wonder foreigners think the uk and union flag are the same as just England, like many English themselves. Same as England teams playing under the union flag and singing the dirge that is the GB and NI anthem
Sadly, it actually was a song during WW2, as was "There'll Always Be an England." My Dad, a Normandy veteran in 15th Scottish Division said that they always joined in the second line with, "As long as the Scots are there to fight!"
I saw a short section on this years ago in a documentary. I can’t for the life of me remember where. But from looking at 20th century footage and 19th century photographs, as well as newspaper and journal entries, it seems that England and Britain were genuinely conflated. No Saltires nor Red Dragons flew. The British abroad and at home were simply termed English. Irish rebellions were against the English, not British, the list goes on. Maybe the zenith of the Union has passed?
gowkthrapple= sore throat. the UK is a facade. It is London the city state and its' home counties. Everywhere else serves only to generate income. I am Scottish and it is my dear wish to have Scottish passport before I die. Another good one Bruce.
I could not be more American than I am, from American-English mum, and German-American father, but I prove in my Poe biography that our American culture is that of the earliest immigrants, who were followers of John Knox and his ilk. Not the Hebrew culture and religion, not the Roman Catholic culture and religion, nor any from Asia, such as Buddhist India and Japan, but our U.S.Constitution tolerates all of them without any obligation of patriotic proclamation of nationality. But worse than that, the newly arrived people of the other cultures, nationalities, and religions use the political process to assert an importance over others that they must be recognized with their language,. customs, and religions. Wish I could be Scottish! Terrific, wonderful program.
I have just modified my travel plans to include Cambuskenneth Abbey. I would have hated to find out I missed this after my visit to Scotland. Thank you Bruce.
I'm Scottish. I was born here, my family are from here, most of my direct ancestors are from here. That said I lived in England half my adut life, my wife and youngest son are English and although we moved back to Scotland I'm really fond of the place. But when it comes down to it, I'm Scottish. This is where I feel at home and this is where I feel connection.
My dad was Scottish, my mother is English, my DNA says I'm more Scottish then English and that's exactly how I feel. Fiercely proud to have Scottish blood, and one day I will live there and be settled at last.
Bruce, this was a timely story for us Canadians! We are having to make a stand against tyranny even now. I have a few relatives from England but most of them are from Scotland. In spite of being born in Canada, in my heart, I definitely identify as being Scottish.🏴
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I’ve been to Stirling Castle a couple of times but didn’t know about Cambuskenneth Abbey… I’ll have to go see it in November when I come home tae bonnie Scotland 🏴
I understand exactly what you're saying , I'm born and breed Australian my father is a Scotsman who emigrated to Tasmania as a boy with his mother and grandmother, I'm Australian in every way except for one strange personal thing, whenever I hear the pipes played I become Scottish, when I see the place of my father's birth I immediately feel at home, so I think there is something internal that draws you to your genetic home,is there others like me ? I'm sure there are 😊
I'm Scots Pamela, but have lived in Sydney for years. My wee girl was born in Syd and is Australian through and through...except certain words, like boat or book are broad Scots, and she loves the pipes. Really odd ❤️
@@maryannedouglas I definitely think it's a genetic thing. I think it is so sweet that your little one loves the pipes lots of kids don't like them too loud on their ears i quess
I'm an American and have Scottish, Irish, English, and Welsh ancestry. Most of my ancestors immigrated to the American colonies in the early 1600s through the early 1700s. Most immigrated to the Carolinas and Virginia. Most moved from those early settlements into the interior of Tennessee and then into Illinois in the early 1800s. Some were scalawags, but most were just plain ole folk trying to eek out a life farming and as merchants. As such, I am fascinated by the British Isles. If I could, I would immigrate back there, but most likely to either Ireland or Isle of Man. I have visited Scotland twice, Ireland twice, England twice, and Wales just once. I have felt a sense of kinship, even though I sometimes can't understand a word of supposed common language of English we share. This is particularly true of Scotland. I will be in Ireland in less than three weeks from now. Thanks for the most entertaining and informative videos.
Australian, with a Scottish surname and physiology, and with Scottish ancestors and Irish, English, Welsh, Dutch, and German ones too - all with interesting lives and lived in interesting times. No fame, no glory, no land, no titles - but all important, as I wouldn't be here without them. Scotland is beautiful and dear to me, but it is not my home - Australia is.
Fun fact: I have actually opened this abbey myself because when the person who actually opens this is on holiday my grandfather opens it. Their house is maybe 75 metres away and it is always such a beauty to see it through the window. My father and aunt used to play in the ruins a lot. The star of the abbey for me is King James III tomb, I always see it and get excited cause I am a history nerd.😊😄
I’m Scottish and Irish, born and raised in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada. My great great grandfather was Hugh (Eochan) MacDonald who emigrated during the clearances, still working on the details.
My name is James Hamilton. I don't know if I'm Scottish. I went to Scotland a few years ago and visited a town called Hamilton. There was a big memorial there for a guy named James Hamilton, but it was closed. I have traced my ancestors only to a third great-grandfather who was born in America in 1812. I cannot find his father or who the immigrants were. I want to be Scottish, so consider me as having joined. From some things I've read, the Hamilton clan made some noise in Scotland over time. So, consider me in.
I am Canadian, but I add that I am Breton French... French is my mother tongue. I did the DNA test and I am Scottish, Irish and Welsh... no French. But I have always been interested and fascinated by Scottish culture, history, accent, humour.... everything Scottish really! No explanation for it, just am!
I’ve always liked this channel and it’s very informative, the views are not shoved down our throats. I’m Scottish, not British. Apologies to Brit Nats, but English and British nationalism is the same thing.
I do indeed find it an easy question to answer; I am neither because I'm Czech. 😂 Now the question of whether I'm Czech or Bohemian (same word in Czech which makes it extra confusing) or Moravian or... Was glad that the latest census included the possibility to give two answers because that was the only way I could give what felt like a truly truthful answer. So it's an interesting question in a lot of places!
I'm Scottish and had a Czech gf who taught me some Czech! I have a great memory of a crazy night out in Koprivnice, drinking with her dad, me trying to teach him Flower of Scotland! He was singing along whilst not knowing the words, it was so bizarre!
I'm Scottish despite the accent and not having lived in Scotland since I was a wean. I don't currently have full control over where I live (another loyalty issue, arguably), but given a choice would certainly live there now. But I will always be Scots wherever I live
For myself, You have to be true to yourself before anyone else. So let's face it, have we learned from history, that's where your lessons are. Kings & Queens are just symbolic. So we don't need require or have to endure the cost of supporting them anymore just because they have ruled over us in the past. It's interesting that, our royal title was monarch of the people, not the land, that tells you alot. I believe our wee nation could teach the world a lot in terms of humility and evolution of a country. When I hear "Great Briton" I accept the great refers to Scotland. Love your channel and outlook my fellow Scot 🏴
As someone Scottish and a Gowkthrapple native, it was surreal hearing our neck of the woods mentioned in the video. I am and always will be Scottish first and foremost but served in the British armed forces and have even have a small amount of English blood in me on my maternal grandfather's side but my heart is Scottish.
I was Born to Scottish to parents who were also born to Scottish parents, I was born in Scotland (Glasgow's Southern General hospital as it was then), my surname is possibly the oldest Scottish surname. I AM Scottish and would rather die Scottish as to live as anything else. I am proud of my Scottish heritage, and love my country, Scotland. I will visit Cambuskenneth Abby but don't need to to know if I am Scottish, I know it and feel it.
I'm Scottish. I'm from Scotland, which is a country in the island of Britain. So, I suppose that makes me British. But only in a geographical sense. Great to see that you got good weather while visiting my hometown. I spotted my house at least twice in the drone footage.
Thought provoking as always, but one of the easiest questions ever posed, I’m a Scot. I was born here ( just a few miles from Gowkthrapple ) , have always lived here, have travelled the word, thoroughly enjoyed those different places and cultures, but always look forward to getting back home.
I was born in England but my mum's been hashing her ancestry for the last 10 years as far back at the 1700's, it shows that on her side, I am Scottish and Swedish. Apparently one my ancestors immigrated from Sweden, and married a Scot lived in Scotland, and their children (or might be the children after) moved to England.
@@Perthshire And yet the Independence parties "consistently" have a far bigger percentage of the vote and poll after poll (not the Torygraph or the other third column paper polls!) again show a great support for Independence.
I'm Brigantian/Northumbrian - from North England. I think the whole island of Britain is fascinating and beautiful, but my home is here in the north. I'm fine with Britain either breaking into different countries or staying together as a federalised country - things just can't stay as they are now.
I am Czech but I love Scotland and will actually study at Stirling uni since September. Can't wait to see the beautiful landscape that here in Hertfordshire is absent.
@Purple Burglaralarm the people and landscape will make up for it, besides the fact that the place on England I live in last 2 year doesn't have good weather either 😅
British. My mums Scottish, my dad was born in Ireland and I'm from Yorkshire (guess I have to admit I'm English too) .... So I'm definitely British but do class myself as Scots too sometimes, that's my second home and crossing that border makes my heart pound💜.
@@dannymcintyre3819 my father, I'm not sure how he would identify if I asked him now. It's a relatively complicated story on that side of the family 😂 but he was sent to school in England relatively young and has no trace of an Irish accent.
@@dannymcintyre3819 oh I definitely feel more yorkshire than English. Whether that is due to the way English people are represented in media, or simply due to the north south divide I couldn't tell you. I may be able to speak with a relatively close to "received pronunciation" accent if required 😂
Proud American with Scottish/Irish/English ancestry, but stories like this gives me a better understanding of why my ancestors immigrated to America, in search of freedom outside of a King dictating who they should or should not be loyal too. The American constitution was written by those who immigrated in search of that freedom away from a King and Queen dictating their lives for them. I will say I am very interested in my Scottish/Irish ancestry, so if I had to pick a side between England and Scotland I would pick Scotland. My Scottish ancestors fled Jura in the beginning part of the clearances for this very reason.
When we were in Scotland, we just happened upon Cambuskenneth Abbey, when looking on Google for what historical sites were nearby after visiting the Wallace monument. Very glad we made it there.
I'm Scottish. Another great, thought provoking, video. That's what I like about your videos, they are informative, but because you always try to look at both sides of history, they always make me think. Often I have as many questions after your videos as I did before, lol
Thank you for all your great work. My mom was born in Motherwell but I’ve lived in Canada my whole life. My pa passed away during the pandemic. One less Scottish accent id be hearing near me. It made me go on a deep dive into Scottish history as to not lose my Scottish connection and your videos have really helped.
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I was born in glasgow,scottish mum,english father...only found out the father part in early thirties..up to this point i was always scottish on filling out forms,,,after this point,within few years i started putting british on forms.I feel i am both but prouder to be scottish,if that makes sense.p.s. lived in scotland till 31 then lived in england till now,mid 50's.
I think in the modern context that whether you are Scottish or British or both is about how you feel rather than where you were born or live. I feel Scottish, have felt that way all my life(I'm 62 now) I've never felt British, but that's me. You can never tell someone how to feel, so any Scot who feels British, that's how you feel and I respect that.
You can only rule the people using divisional tactics,does it work,hell yes.Scotland is a constant reminder of this🏴🥺and yes I’m Scottish despite being also French.
@Gerry Powell. Our divisions are nothing compared to Northern Ireland. Just back from there touring on a motorbike. First question you get when they hear our accent "What are you?" . "I'm a biker!" .They left me alone after that.
From across the Irish Sea, the view we get of our Celtic cousins is familiar to us from 100 years ago. There seems to be a growing discussion about identity and an acknowledgement that, for all the ‘Home Nations’ twaddle, England held, and still holds in the UK’s case, the whip hand. Nobody asked the Irish if we wanted to be part of England’s dysfunctional little family and whenever we asked to be let out we were told to get back in our box. This led to so much bloodshed and horror down through the centuries. I just hope that whatever renegotiation Scotland undertakes with Westminster, it can be resolved without the awfulness we went through over here. I’m a proud Irishman and a Republican, in the French mode, but feel that if Westminster had just bloody listened, then a whole lot of people needn’t have died. Anyway, all the best to Scotland and the Scottish people. You’ll always have friends across here in Ireland. You know what? Let’s resurrect Dal Riada!
Thank you my friend, tapadh leibh a charaid. I’ve been to Ireland on holiday. Great people. What you said is absolutely correct. The Scots are now proud to be Scottish, whereas previous generations were made to feel subservient, and to scorn at our own language 😢 🏴🇮🇪🇺🇦
Without that bloodshed ,Ireland would still be under englands heel, Iam Scottish Glasgow born n bred with Irish heritage, Since my early teens I've been a supporter of Irish Republicanism, I was 12 when the second Hunger strike started those men will be my Hero's to the day I die , the brits don't give anything away ,until they've used it all up ,The Nationalist ex FM Nicola Sturgeon has been arrested today over a large donation going, missing , Why aren't the Conservative and unionist leaders no been arrested over the covid debacle, that wasted tax payers money being used for ,jobs for the boys act ,
@@bernardinglis4232 well said sir. I’m also Scottish, but of highland / Presbyterian and Gaelic speaking descent and agree with everything you said. Sunaks wife got £6.5 million for a stupid national alarm text, but the SNP own a camper can 🙄 No mentions of Jimmy Seville though. The witch hunt on Indy supporters continues, using their media as a weapon. But hardly anyone in Scotland believes their pish.
No hesitation in identifying as both Scottish and British. This shouldn’t be an issue but I have friends who’ll challenge my assertion and will suggest we’re living under a flag of occupation; cue never ending argument! No one wins, competing ideologies but try not to fall out. (Bring fitba into the equation and war breaks out!)
I am Québécois. I have never been or even felt represented by Ottawa and the Canadians there or elsewhere. The context might be different, but the questions are the same. The right to choose, the right to be normal, the right to exist... It's what we all want, isn't it?
Hi- as a francophone who lived outside of Quebec, I was always grateful for the people of Quebec... our language and culture could have been easily taken over ( and it is by the times, the TV, by other people's jealousy, by our own laziness or lack of priorities of teaching our own children French??) and as I read my French literature or did my French studies, I knew it was thanks to the greater population of French peoples in Quebec! Alors Merci beaucoup!! Now back to the topic, I agree with you! My parents told us that the Bretons in France were like the Québécois were to Canada... but possibly together we are stronger than if separated... as long as there is respect!!!
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I'm of Scottish and German/Jewish extraction and my mom traced us back to the Duncans from her side and the Ackermann's of Germany. Both pre-civil war.
Scottish, Bruce. I had no say in the bankrupt nobles who voted through the Union (obviously) and the Edinburgh mob went off their heads at the time. Saying that, nothing but love for English, Irish and Welsh people.
Even the English spy in Edinburgh at the signing of that bit of paper stated "For every one for, there are 99 against!" The spy was called Daniel Foe, but he later changed his name to DeFoe, and made a living writing stories which he had heard of when spying.
I love Bruce's videos. Always worthwhile. I'm a difficult case, having been born in England to Scottish parents, but having moved to the U.S. as a child. I guess I'm a de facto American. My citizenship is British. Because we left England, I'm not as directly attached to the place. I grew up with Scottish parents. But I'm a British partisan because of the extent to which I and my cousins are English. My parents' generation largely moved away from Scotland and so my first cousins are a mix of English, Scottish and American. When I'm in Britain, Scotland feels more like home. The Scottish accent feels like the true language. But I find it heartbreaking to see Britain broken apart. I love all the regional variety of the island, between the countries and within them. Also, because my parents' hometown is Dumbarton, and that's my home in Scotland, I feel a vague loyalty to The Britons of Strathclyde.
Britain has only been a nation for around three centuries. Scotland is the oldest in the four. There are few Scots' hearts who would mourn regaining our freedom. The regional differences will still be there, however, no one country will be able to oversee what others are doing and interfere with it.
After checking out my family tree I can confirm that perthshire, from Crieff to Dundee (boo) is my home from at the earliest that I can find of 1780. Always just north of the tay. Until I moved to north Fife. 😂 I class myself as Scottish. I am a supporter of self determination. My. English partner also supports this stance.
My great grandmothers maiden name was Glasgow's and she Married a Read. For my mom's side. On my dad's Hayes married People's married Clarks and Martins many times over. I am my own cousin four times. I am an American proud that my people come from everywhere and a few that were here already. Thank you Bruce since I found you at least 3 years ago you have taught me so much.
Thanks Bruce, you explain Scottish history with clarity that I find nowhere else and enjoy your wit and humour. My great great great grandparents came out from Dollar to settle here in South Australia. I have always considered myself as Australian of Scottish descent,. I have never been to Scotland but it seems to be such a beautiful place. However there is something deep within me that always feels Scottish. Would be great to visit some day if I get the opportunity.
In Minnesota, USA, there is a town called Now Then, and another called Ox Lip. Our state capital, Saint Paul, was originally called Pig's Eye! My grandmother came over from Scotland at the age of twelve. My grandfather's people came over from England before them. Great-grandfather was "invited" to leave England by his family as he had married a chorus girl. All of these people were crazy and one heck of a lot of fun! Which explains Me! I like to bring my own good time with me wherever I go.
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I am human Bruce, not sure theres much value in sub groups - "we don't need no stinking badges" ❤
Branded by baith sides 😂 a noticed Jordan Peterson labelled that way , He said the truth lied between 😊 yay do a grand job 🏴💪
I'm from Cumberland, and feel entitled to love or hate, rob and steal from anyone either side of the border. Raise a glass to the Reiver!
Not watched the video yet, but I'm mixed race: half Scottish, half English.
Yes, a very knotty question indeed Bruce. Both of my parents were very proud to claim their Scottishness despite their immediately prior Irish heritage which was the 'cause' of their difficulties gaining employment in their 'homeland'. As a consequence they were forced to move south of the border to raise their family where I have often been conflicted about my national identity. It seems to me that we are not free to choose which nationality we belong to, but rather that others are more determined to decide it for us. Am I English because this is where I was born? Many down here would say not, for the same reasons as my parents' ambiguities. Am I Scottish? Again, many up there would disagree. Personally, I dislike the very ideas of labels, badges & borders. I would prefer to consider myself European but again, an enormous bunch of #*&$?@£%# seem to have decided that for me. Now if I could choose I'd be Palestinian.
Technically a mongrel. But it's a river of Scottishness that runs through my Heart , mind, and soul.😊
Iam Scottish and proud to be ✌️ From Scotland
I'm British, not because of my ancestors (which are English mostly) but because I love that whole island from north to south, east to west. The people, the landscape, the heritage all of it fills me with a sense of belonging regardless of what part I'm in.
That said I understand why people want to describe themselves as Scottish, Welsh, Cornish , English etc.
That's nice. Very comforting. All I know is that, when I travel to England or Wales, when they hear my Scottish accent, I am regarded as an alien. I am not seen as a fellow Brit. They see me as an "other". A Jock. A disagreeable, drunken, haggis-munching, subsidy junkie.
@@jackdubz4247 probably because you're a wanker. Not because you're Scottish.
Evidence? The Glasgow accent harshness and uniqueness was due to Strathclydes language being Cumbric, or basically Welsh. Which in turn, was the same language as Cornish.
If you're going to tell me, a Glaswegian is Alien to a Cornish, Welsh, lancastrian, or a Cumbria man? Then youre having a laugh lol.
Briton doesn't mean what communists try to make it mean. Britons were the native, Celtic tribes of these Islands. That includes every corner of these Islands through blood lines. Welsh, picts, Irish.
@@jackdubz4247 what a shame, I reckon the Scottish accent is the merriest of them all and there is nothing wrong with being a haggis muncher, delicious stuff! As for being regarded as a drunk or junkie on the basis of your accent alone, all I can say is I've seen enough of this world to know that miserable people can be found anywhere. I hope you bump into kinder souls in the future.
@@jackdubz4247 do you know this for sure? That sounds a little like projection of your own self consciousness
@@ollietizzard5180 As a child in Harrod's waiting to buy some trinket with my big sister, the pin stripe suited bowler hat wearing man in front of us caught our accents, and spun round quickly, announcing, "England is for the English!" I was seven and burst into tears. My sister was shaking, and it was one of our first tastes of being "othered ". I have grandchildren now, but I still can hear his hatred and see his face, even today. So, yes, we have experienced it, even on You Tube, Facebook, or on TV. You should read Boris Johnson's poem, written by someone else, which he published when Editor of the paper. "The Scotch - what a verminous race!" He called it a joke, but I fail to get the humour.
American born with Scottish, English, and a bit of Welsh DNA, but my heart and interest is in Scotland, I've always felt drawn there, and would move there if I could.
I'm Scottish. My wife was English but I think she's becoming Scottish. We moved back 2 years ago and now breakfast includes square sausage, haggis, black pudding and potato scones, washed down with Irn Bru of course, all at her instigation.
You're obviously doing something right, keep up the good work..
Irn Bru for breakfast? thats going a bit far isn't it?
@@helenswan705 Well, if Irn Bru is not to your liking... I hear that traditionally you start with a Lowland Scotch Whisky in the morning, work up to the Speyside at lunch, go round the Highlands and Orkneys 'round the afternoon and finish with a solid Islay Scotch in the evening, toasting Arran and Oban in the wee hours, which neatly brings you back to the next morning.
Is that better? I think it is! I envy you Scots! You have a great drink for every hour.
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Is that diet called alcoholism?
My mum is Scottish and my dad was English but I class myself as Scottish an a Indy supporter 🏴🏴🏴
I was born in Scotland my Ancestors were Scottish, so i will die as a Scot.
Like wise I was born and raised in ENGLAND, so I am ENGLISH 🏴🏴🏴🏴
The Wallace Monument and Cambuskenneth Abbey was the view from my home for 20 odd years.
Spectacular!
I'm 76yo Canadian, Mother from Glasgow, Father Father from Harris, 71 % Scottish and 25 % Irish, I hold no alliance a the foreign King, And i would like to see Canada as a Republic
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Born in Scotland but raised in New Zealand.
So im a tartan kiwi
Nothing to do with NZ you are a jock perhaps you are not proud of that, I can understand that however.
@@Alan-gh8X Check the comments. Scots are always proud of their nationality. Our country has been named one of the oldest, if not the oldest. We were a nation long before the others in the UK , though Ireland and Wales are similarly ancient, along with Cornwall. Na bi cho mì-mhodhail!
American with Scottish ancestry. I live in the USA and fly a Scotland saltire flag off of my home. I also have the rear window on my truck covered by a saltire flag. I will always claim my Scottish ancestry.
Aussie Scottish....love ya show
I'm Scottish ❤🏴
I’m Scottish Ukrainian. Dad was from West Lothian area, lowlanders. Mom a Canadian Ukrainian. Dad’s family were Freemasons, staunch Loyalists and strong Presbyterian. Does that make them more British? However they loved Scotland and my Dad and his brothers that emigrated to Canada in 1958 identified as Scottish first and foremost with a certain deep disdain for the English but loved the monarchy. Crazy huh. On my Scottish side I identify as Scots decent. When I went to visit family there I felt right at home. Loved the place and the people. My Scottish Grandfather worked in the local coal mines for 53 years!
If you live n work in Scotland….. if you choose Scotland as your home…..whether born here or not !……you are & will always be considered a Scottish Son or Daughter !…….we are a multi Cultural multi Ethnic Country that embraces the diversity of Global traditions alongside our own longstanding traditions….. including some of those from south of the border ! 😉………..As we move forward new Cultural identities & traditions are formed……& this is what makes Scotland great !…….& aye…I’m Scottish !…….🤜🏴🤛🏾
A few of the things that really pisses me off is the Dad’s army opening titles and theme song, the titles show the union flag fighting back the nazi flag, however the song only mentions “old England” no wonder foreigners think the uk and union flag are the same as just England, like many English themselves. Same as England teams playing under the union flag and singing the dirge that is the GB and NI anthem
Who do you think you are kidding Mr Sunak, if you think old Scotland's done
Sadly, it actually was a song during WW2, as was "There'll Always Be an England." My Dad, a Normandy veteran in 15th Scottish Division said that they always joined in the second line with, "As long as the Scots are there to fight!"
I saw a short section on this years ago in a documentary. I can’t for the life of me remember where. But from looking at 20th century footage and 19th century photographs, as well as newspaper and journal entries, it seems that England and Britain were genuinely conflated. No Saltires nor Red Dragons flew. The British abroad and at home were simply termed English. Irish rebellions were against the English, not British, the list goes on. Maybe the zenith of the Union has passed?
Scottish. Always have been, always will be.
gowkthrapple= sore throat. the UK is a facade. It is London the city state and its' home counties. Everywhere else serves only to generate income. I am Scottish and it is my dear wish to have Scottish passport before I die. Another good one Bruce.
An American of Scots-Irish ancestry. My fathers family is staunchly Scots.
I could not be more American than I am, from American-English mum, and German-American father, but I prove in my Poe biography that our American culture is that of the earliest immigrants, who were followers of John Knox and his ilk. Not the Hebrew culture and religion, not the Roman Catholic culture and religion, nor any from Asia, such as Buddhist India and Japan, but our U.S.Constitution tolerates all of them without any obligation of patriotic proclamation of nationality. But worse than that, the newly arrived people of the other cultures, nationalities, and religions use the political process to assert an importance over others that they must be recognized with their language,. customs, and religions. Wish I could be Scottish! Terrific, wonderful program.
Scottish all the way 🏴 ☮️❤️🕯️🌹🦋
I have just modified my travel plans to include Cambuskenneth Abbey. I would have hated to find out I missed this after my visit to Scotland. Thank you Bruce.
Yay
Born in Scotland to an English Mum & Scottish Dad. I've always described myself as Scottish.
I'm Scottish. I was born here, my family are from here, most of my direct ancestors are from here. That said I lived in England half my adut life, my wife and youngest son are English and although we moved back to Scotland I'm really fond of the place. But when it comes down to it, I'm Scottish. This is where I feel at home and this is where I feel connection.
So British then?
Traitor
Bruce, You weave a wonderful tale! 🏴🏴🇪🇺🇪🇺
Always! I wouldn't miss them!
My dad was Scottish, my mother is English, my DNA says I'm more Scottish then English and that's exactly how I feel. Fiercely proud to have Scottish blood, and one day I will live there and be settled at last.
Bruce, this was a timely story for us Canadians! We are having to make a stand against tyranny even now. I have a few relatives from England but most of them are from Scotland. In spite of being born in Canada, in my heart, I definitely identify as being Scottish.🏴
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I’ve been to Stirling Castle a couple of times but didn’t know about Cambuskenneth Abbey… I’ll have to go see it in November when I come home tae bonnie Scotland 🏴
I understand exactly what you're saying , I'm born and breed Australian my father is a Scotsman who emigrated to Tasmania as a boy with his mother and grandmother, I'm Australian in every way except for one strange personal thing, whenever I hear the pipes played I become Scottish, when I see the place of my father's birth I immediately feel at home, so I think there is something internal that draws you to your genetic home,is there others like me ? I'm sure there are 😊
I'm Scots Pamela, but have lived in Sydney for years. My wee girl was born in Syd and is Australian through and through...except certain words, like boat or book are broad Scots, and she loves the pipes. Really odd ❤️
@@maryannedouglas I definitely think it's a genetic thing. I think it is so sweet that your little one loves the pipes lots of kids don't like them too loud on their ears i quess
Robert is my 22nd Great Grandfather, by his daughter, Marjorie, daughter of Isabella. I am Scottish.
I'm a Yorkshireman who is in my heart and DNA Scottish,I didn't draw the lines🤷
I'm an American and have Scottish, Irish, English, and Welsh ancestry. Most of my ancestors immigrated to the American colonies in the early 1600s through the early 1700s. Most immigrated to the Carolinas and Virginia. Most moved from those early settlements into the interior of Tennessee and then into Illinois in the early 1800s. Some were scalawags, but most were just plain ole folk trying to eek out a life farming and as merchants. As such, I am fascinated by the British Isles. If I could, I would immigrate back there, but most likely to either Ireland or Isle of Man. I have visited Scotland twice, Ireland twice, England twice, and Wales just once. I have felt a sense of kinship, even though I sometimes can't understand a word of supposed common language of English we share. This is particularly true of Scotland. I will be in Ireland in less than three weeks from now.
Thanks for the most entertaining and informative videos.
Australian, with a Scottish surname and physiology, and with Scottish ancestors and Irish, English, Welsh, Dutch, and German ones too - all with interesting lives and lived in interesting times. No fame, no glory, no land, no titles - but all important, as I wouldn't be here without them. Scotland is beautiful and dear to me, but it is not my home - Australia is.
Ahhhh your videos just get better and better..
Scottish,utterly and absolutely.
Wee bit of European leanings.
Fun fact: I have actually opened this abbey myself because when the person who actually opens this is on holiday my grandfather opens it. Their house is maybe 75 metres away and it is always such a beauty to see it through the window. My father and aunt used to play in the ruins a lot. The star of the abbey for me is King James III tomb, I always see it and get excited cause I am a history nerd.😊😄
I'm a Fifer born and bred,
proud Scot till I'm dead.🏴👍
Me too, in all parts! Born St Andrews.
Live in South Africa, Scots parents, born in England unfortunately, my heart is Scottish
I’m Scottish and Irish, born and raised in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada. My great great grandfather was Hugh (Eochan) MacDonald who emigrated during the clearances, still working on the details.
Emigrated is a nice way of putting it Wayne.
@@dougieranger Some emigrated voluntarily. Not all were pushed or evicted.
@@alicemilne1444 I am aware.
I’m curious, do you consider yourself more Canadian, Nova Scotian, Cape Bretoner, or Gaelic?
we are frasers, great grandfather moved great grannie and their kids here in 1912
My name is James Hamilton. I don't know if I'm Scottish. I went to Scotland a few years ago and visited a town called Hamilton. There was a big memorial there for a guy named James Hamilton, but it was closed. I have traced my ancestors only to a third great-grandfather who was born in America in 1812. I cannot find his father or who the immigrants were. I want to be Scottish, so consider me as having joined. From some things I've read, the Hamilton clan made some noise in Scotland over time. So, consider me in.
My name is Monica Grant Lucero and I consider myself Scottish. Thanks for the history lesson.
I am Canadian, but I add that I am Breton French... French is my mother tongue. I did the DNA test and I am Scottish, Irish and Welsh... no French. But I have always been interested and fascinated by Scottish culture, history, accent, humour.... everything Scottish really! No explanation for it, just am!
I’ve always liked this channel and it’s very informative, the views are not shoved down our throats. I’m Scottish, not British. Apologies to Brit Nats, but English and British nationalism is the same thing.
Fellow Scot here, and extremely proud of it.
Love your thoughts ❤️
I do indeed find it an easy question to answer; I am neither because I'm Czech. 😂
Now the question of whether I'm Czech or Bohemian (same word in Czech which makes it extra confusing) or Moravian or... Was glad that the latest census included the possibility to give two answers because that was the only way I could give what felt like a truly truthful answer.
So it's an interesting question in a lot of places!
Dobry den! Chutna' mi ceski pivo, tak najlepsi!
I'm Scottish and had a Czech gf who taught me some Czech! I have a great memory of a crazy night out in Koprivnice, drinking with her dad, me trying to teach him Flower of Scotland! He was singing along whilst not knowing the words, it was so bizarre!
@@TheBigBoyBrian Well, Kopřivnice is in Moravia and Moravian songs occasionally bear some similarity to Scottish ones somehow, I guess it worked. 😆
Holy cow, i just haird from another bohemian. I dednt know there were more of us in the world! I suppose i was dumb thinking that! 😅
@@MicahScottPnD I have to ask - how are you Bohemian and how on earth did you miss the continuing existence of the country? 😆
100% and will be on the walk 24th June. 🏴
Unequivocally Scottish 🏴 🎉
Aye I’m Scottish Bruce.👍
I'm Scottish despite the accent and not having lived in Scotland since I was a wean. I don't currently have full control over where I live (another loyalty issue, arguably), but given a choice would certainly live there now. But I will always be Scots wherever I live
Scotland always lives in our hearts.
I have a mixture of Scottish. English and Irish blood(maybe many more). I was born in Scotland, bred in Scotland and am loyal to Scotland. You decide.
For myself, You have to be true to yourself before anyone else. So let's face it, have we learned from history, that's where your lessons are. Kings & Queens are just symbolic. So we don't need require or have to endure the cost of supporting them anymore just because they have ruled over us in the past. It's interesting that, our royal title was monarch of the people, not the land, that tells you alot. I believe our wee nation could teach the world a lot in terms of humility and evolution of a country. When I hear "Great Briton" I accept the great refers to Scotland. Love your channel and outlook my fellow Scot 🏴
As someone Scottish and a Gowkthrapple native, it was surreal hearing our neck of the woods mentioned in the video. I am and always will be Scottish first and foremost but served in the British armed forces and have even have a small amount of English blood in me on my maternal grandfather's side but my heart is Scottish.
Another place on my bucket list Bruce . James TF Glasgow Born in Edinburgh 1952 and I'm Scottish
Enjoyed that Bruce 👍.
I walk freely from lands end to John o Groats for the price my/our ancestors paid for our unity & peace. 🇬🇧
I was Born to Scottish to parents who were also born to Scottish parents, I was born in Scotland (Glasgow's Southern General hospital as it was then), my surname is possibly the oldest Scottish surname. I AM Scottish and would rather die Scottish as to live as anything else. I am proud of my Scottish heritage, and love my country, Scotland. I will visit Cambuskenneth Abby but don't need to to know if I am Scottish, I know it and feel it.
I'm Scottish. I'm from Scotland, which is a country in the island of Britain. So, I suppose that makes me British. But only in a geographical sense. Great to see that you got good weather while visiting my hometown. I spotted my house at least twice in the drone footage.
Standing on the same bit of land does not make you belong to that bit of land! France is in Europe. It remains France.
@@AV-fo5de The French are Europeans. In a geographical sense.
@@jackdubz4247 And British and Scottish people are Europeans, too.
@@Perthshire Just like Danes and Swedes are Scandinavian, but also European.
@@Perthshire I visited England in 1998. Our tour guide was rabidly against being called European.
Bringing my boy up after stirling and Bannockburn on Saturday to do some Scots history with him
Yay
As an American, I thought "Brittish" was a political term for all peoples living in the United Kingdom, so my answer was both. I'm not sure now...
💯 Scottish 🏴 would never call myself british
I am a Scot. With our culture, heritage and history, why would we need anything else? Oh and our scenery isn’t to shabby either
Are you european?
No as stated I’m Scottish, although I do welcome friendship and trade with all, not just Europe
Born in Glasgow, spent 13 years in Canada and 20 years in Ireland. Now to answer the question, %100 Scottish end of 🏴🥋😎
Thought provoking as always, but one of the easiest questions ever posed, I’m a Scot. I was born here ( just a few miles from Gowkthrapple ) , have always lived here, have travelled the word, thoroughly enjoyed those different places and cultures, but always look forward to getting back home.
its a good thing Scotland's in Britain then.
I am Scottish - no question, no doubt.
I was born in England but my mum's been hashing her ancestry for the last 10 years as far back at the 1700's, it shows that on her side, I am Scottish and Swedish. Apparently one my ancestors immigrated from Sweden, and married a Scot lived in Scotland, and their children (or might be the children after) moved to England.
Scottish, just Scottish. Love the Gowky reference!
I am Scottish - and proud of it!
Both. 🇬🇧🏴
Well done Bruce great video. For me I'm Scottish and European. And our old friend of France you know what I mean right. Take care
Humza Yousaf: 'Obvious' that independence is not the consistent, settled will of the Scottish people'
@@Perthshire And yet the Independence parties "consistently" have a far bigger percentage of the vote and poll after poll (not the Torygraph or the other third column paper polls!) again show a great support for Independence.
1)Highlander, 2)Scottish, 3)European. Ancestry mostly from Highlands & Islands then Denmark, Sweden, Norway & Finland.
I’m definitely both-provided ‘British’ means ‘Welsh’ like it did originally.
Scottish, born, bred and still reside in North East Angus at the foot of the Grampian Mountains. My family name comes from a small village in Moray.
Scottish, all day long 🏴
With an Irish name?
@@Perthshire a name does not define yer Scottish
@@Perthshire Apparently it is considered Scots/Irish, and definitely Gaelic in origin.
I'm Brigantian/Northumbrian - from North England. I think the whole island of Britain is fascinating and beautiful, but my home is here in the north. I'm fine with Britain either breaking into different countries or staying together as a federalised country - things just can't stay as they are now.
I am Czech but I love Scotland and will actually study at Stirling uni since September. Can't wait to see the beautiful landscape that here in Hertfordshire is absent.
@Purple Burglaralarm the people and landscape will make up for it, besides the fact that the place on England I live in last 2 year doesn't have good weather either 😅
My middle son met his wife when they were at Stirling University. It is a great place-and look out for the squirrels on Campus! All the best.
You're in for a treat its an incredibly beautiful campus.
British. My mums Scottish, my dad was born in Ireland and I'm from Yorkshire (guess I have to admit I'm English too) .... So I'm definitely British but do class myself as Scots too sometimes, that's my second home and crossing that border makes my heart pound💜.
Do you consider yourself Irish if your father was born in Ireland? How does / did your father identify?
"guess I have to admit I'm English too" - do you not want to be English? Do you feel more Yorkshire than English?
@@dannymcintyre3819 my father, I'm not sure how he would identify if I asked him now. It's a relatively complicated story on that side of the family 😂 but he was sent to school in England relatively young and has no trace of an Irish accent.
@@dannymcintyre3819 oh I definitely feel more yorkshire than English. Whether that is due to the way English people are represented in media, or simply due to the north south divide I couldn't tell you. I may be able to speak with a relatively close to "received pronunciation" accent if required 😂
@@melscienerf5977 is he from a protestant or Catholic family background or mixed?
Proud American with Scottish/Irish/English ancestry, but stories like this gives me a better understanding of why my ancestors immigrated to America, in search of freedom outside of a King dictating who they should or should not be loyal too. The American constitution was written by those who immigrated in search of that freedom away from a King and Queen dictating their lives for them. I will say I am very interested in my Scottish/Irish ancestry, so if I had to pick a side between England and Scotland I would pick Scotland. My Scottish ancestors fled Jura in the beginning part of the clearances for this very reason.
When we were in Scotland, we just happened upon Cambuskenneth Abbey, when looking on Google for what historical sites were nearby after visiting the Wallace monument. Very glad we made it there.
I'm Scottish.
Another great, thought provoking, video. That's what I like about your videos, they are informative, but because you always try to look at both sides of history, they always make me think. Often I have as many questions after your videos as I did before, lol
Scottish....I need say no more except top gig last week Bruce had a great night 👍
Thank you for all your great work. My mom was born in Motherwell but I’ve lived in Canada my whole life. My pa passed away during the pandemic. One less Scottish accent id be hearing near me. It made me go on a deep dive into Scottish history as to not lose my Scottish connection and your videos have really helped.
Sad the reason, but glad you're here
I understand!! Sorry to hear about your pa!
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@@ScotlandHistoryTours I will have to buy a ticket!☺️I’m in Ottawa
@xtramail4909 Here's the link my friend www.thegladstone.ca/scotland-history-tours/
I was born in glasgow,scottish mum,english father...only found out the father part in early thirties..up to this point i was always scottish on filling out forms,,,after this point,within few years i started putting british on forms.I feel i am both but prouder to be scottish,if that makes sense.p.s. lived in scotland till 31 then lived in england till now,mid 50's.
I think in the modern context that whether you are Scottish or British or both is about how you feel rather than where you were born or live. I feel Scottish, have felt that way all my life(I'm 62 now) I've never felt British, but that's me. You can never tell someone how to feel, so any Scot who feels British, that's how you feel and I respect that.
I'm with you!
You can only rule the people using divisional tactics,does it work,hell yes.Scotland is a constant reminder of this🏴🥺and yes I’m Scottish despite being also French.
Not sure your logic carries much weight. Where is the division?
@Jack Dubz:
Try visiting the West of Scotland on or near the 12th of July.
@@k1ckyscotland988 lived in Glasgow most of my life mate😂
@Gerry Powell.
Our divisions are nothing compared to Northern Ireland.
Just back from there touring on a motorbike.
First question you get when they hear our accent "What are you?" .
"I'm a biker!" .They left me alone after that.
@@k1ckyscotland988 been a biker for over fifty years,ain’t no reason and depth to your comment oh by the way served in NI.
From across the Irish Sea, the view we get of our Celtic cousins is familiar to us from 100 years ago. There seems to be a growing discussion about identity and an acknowledgement that, for all the ‘Home Nations’ twaddle, England held, and still holds in the UK’s case, the whip hand. Nobody asked the Irish if we wanted to be part of England’s dysfunctional little family and whenever we asked to be let out we were told to get back in our box. This led to so much bloodshed and horror down through the centuries. I just hope that whatever renegotiation Scotland undertakes with Westminster, it can be resolved without the awfulness we went through over here. I’m a proud Irishman and a Republican, in the French mode, but feel that if Westminster had just bloody listened, then a whole lot of people needn’t have died. Anyway, all the best to Scotland and the Scottish people. You’ll always have friends across here in Ireland. You know what? Let’s resurrect Dal Riada!
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Thank you my friend, tapadh leibh a charaid. I’ve been to Ireland on holiday. Great people. What you said is absolutely correct. The Scots are now proud to be Scottish, whereas previous generations were made to feel subservient, and to scorn at our own language 😢 🏴🇮🇪🇺🇦
@@McConnachy The Celtic nations are constantly sidelined. Thank you, my Celtic brother!
Without that bloodshed ,Ireland would still be under englands heel, Iam Scottish Glasgow born n bred with Irish heritage, Since my early teens I've been a supporter of Irish Republicanism, I was 12 when the second Hunger strike started those men will be my Hero's to the day I die , the brits don't give anything away ,until they've used it all up ,The Nationalist ex FM Nicola Sturgeon has been arrested today over a large donation going, missing , Why aren't the Conservative and unionist leaders no been arrested over the covid debacle, that wasted tax payers money being used for ,jobs for the boys act ,
@@bernardinglis4232 well said sir. I’m also Scottish, but of highland / Presbyterian and Gaelic speaking descent and agree with everything you said. Sunaks wife got £6.5 million for a stupid national alarm text, but the SNP own a camper can 🙄 No mentions of Jimmy Seville though.
The witch hunt on Indy supporters continues, using their media as a weapon. But hardly anyone in Scotland believes their pish.
No hesitation in identifying as both Scottish and British. This shouldn’t be an issue but I have friends who’ll challenge my assertion and will suggest we’re living under a flag of occupation; cue never ending argument! No one wins, competing ideologies but try not to fall out. (Bring fitba into the equation and war breaks out!)
I am Québécois.
I have never been or even felt represented by Ottawa and the Canadians there or elsewhere. The context might be different, but the questions are the same. The right to choose, the right to be normal, the right to exist... It's what we all want, isn't it?
Hi- as a francophone who lived outside of Quebec, I was always grateful for the people of Quebec... our language and culture could have been easily taken over ( and it is by the times, the TV, by other people's jealousy, by our own laziness or lack of priorities of teaching our own children French??) and as I read my French literature or did my French studies, I knew it was thanks to the greater population of French peoples in Quebec! Alors Merci beaucoup!!
Now back to the topic, I agree with you! My parents told us that the Bretons in France were like the Québécois were to Canada... but possibly together we are stronger than if separated... as long as there is respect!!!
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I am a proud Scott cheers buddy
Great stuff. Mum was Scottish and dad was from Newcastle. I'm a Scotland loving Londoner. When are you coming to London? Keep it up.
Actually that IS a thought. I'm sure there must be enough folk in London to get a room full of Scottish historical comedy lovers
I'm of Scottish and German/Jewish extraction and my mom traced us back to the Duncans from her side and the Ackermann's of Germany. Both pre-civil war.
Scottish, Bruce. I had no say in the bankrupt nobles who voted through the Union (obviously) and the Edinburgh mob went off their heads at the time. Saying that, nothing but love for English, Irish and Welsh people.
Aye, a bit later than 1314 mind 😜
Even the English spy in Edinburgh at the signing of that bit of paper stated "For every one for, there are 99 against!" The spy was called Daniel Foe, but he later changed his name to DeFoe, and made a living writing stories which he had heard of when spying.
I'm 100% Scottish from a long line of proud Scots. Have never considered myself British.
You are British though
I'm Scottish to the bone, as is my husband, children and grandchildren. Saor Alba! Cambuskenneth is epic!
This comment gets an extra like for the "Saor Alba" 👍
@@thejamesieboy Thank you! I love my country , and Bruce does us all justice. You have a great name tag there! A' the best, a' the time!
I love Bruce's videos. Always worthwhile. I'm a difficult case, having been born in England to Scottish parents, but having moved to the U.S. as a child. I guess I'm a de facto American. My citizenship is British. Because we left England, I'm not as directly attached to the place. I grew up with Scottish parents. But I'm a British partisan because of the extent to which I and my cousins are English. My parents' generation largely moved away from Scotland and so my first cousins are a mix of English, Scottish and American. When I'm in Britain, Scotland feels more like home. The Scottish accent feels like the true language. But I find it heartbreaking to see Britain broken apart. I love all the regional variety of the island, between the countries and within them. Also, because my parents' hometown is Dumbarton, and that's my home in Scotland, I feel a vague loyalty to The Britons of Strathclyde.
Britain has only been a nation for around three centuries. Scotland is the oldest in the four. There are few Scots' hearts who would mourn regaining our freedom. The regional differences will still be there, however, no one country will be able to oversee what others are doing and interfere with it.
Bruce Im Scottish
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Definitely Scottish ❤
After checking out my family tree I can confirm that perthshire, from Crieff to Dundee (boo) is my home from at the earliest that I can find of 1780. Always just north of the tay.
Until I moved to north Fife. 😂
I class myself as Scottish. I am a supporter of self determination. My. English partner also supports this stance.
My great grandmothers maiden name was Glasgow's and she Married a Read. For my mom's side. On my dad's Hayes married People's married Clarks and Martins many times over. I am my own cousin four times. I am an American proud that my people come from everywhere and a few that were here already. Thank you Bruce since I found you at least 3 years ago you have taught me so much.
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Thanks Bruce, you explain Scottish history with clarity that I find nowhere else and enjoy your wit and humour. My great great great grandparents came out from Dollar to settle here in South Australia. I have always considered myself as Australian of Scottish descent,. I have never been to Scotland but it seems to be such a beautiful place. However there is something deep within me that always feels Scottish. Would be great to visit some day if I get the opportunity.
In Minnesota, USA, there is a town called Now Then, and another called Ox Lip. Our state capital, Saint Paul, was originally called Pig's Eye!
My grandmother came over from Scotland at the age of twelve. My grandfather's people came over from England before them. Great-grandfather was "invited" to leave England by his family as he had married a chorus girl. All of these people were crazy and one heck of a lot of fun! Which explains Me! I like to bring my own good time with me wherever I go.