Scotland’s Tartan Day - The American Connection

It is said that the American Declaration of Independence was inspired by the Declaration of Arbroath and this may be one of the reasons why there are such strong links between the USA and Scotland. However, one of the other reasons is the vast numbers of Scots who emigrated to America and their descendants' proud desire to remember their Scottish heritage – and be recognised as Scots Americans.

Tartan Day Scotland USA

And it was the Scots Americans' contributions to life in America which led to the American Senate recognising Tartan Day as a public holiday in the United States – Click here click here to read the Resolution of the House of Representatives.

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Russ Kelsey from Blairgowrie is the lucky winner of the 2010 Tartan Day Competition.

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The week of Tartan Day celebrations reached a highly-enjoyable finale with a selection of events showcasing Scotland’s music, dancing and sportsmanship.

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For the third year running, Tartan Day's week of special events included the Tartan Day Scotland Business Debate

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Guests from across Scotland celebrated the best of Scotland at The Tartan Day Scotland Gala Dinner 2010.

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Film fans enjoyed a magical treat on Wednesday 7 April, when the Tartan Day Film Festival featured two classic films: Walt Disney's 'Peter Pan' and 'Whisky Galore!

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