My grandfather was from Scotland and emigrated to Canada in the early 1900’s. In the End we took him back and he is buried in the cemetery in St Boswells.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

You did a lot for him, to take him back. That couldn't have been easy.

@kimclarke5018

Жыл бұрын

@@Geodiode it’s where he started. It’s only fitting he ended up back there.

@PatrickFDolan

Жыл бұрын

@@kimclarke5018 why? Most people wouldn't want to go back to where they started.

@lindawilliamson8979

Жыл бұрын

​@@PatrickFDolan because home is home. Where are your ancestors bones? Not everyone has the same priorities or sensibilities or culture as you or me.

@stephengordon9956

Жыл бұрын

Great Grandfather Robert Swan didn't want his sons fighting for the British crown. So he Immigrated to Australia in 1914 just as Europe was erupting into political conflict and eventually war. My grandpa or Papa Swan's eldest brothers joined the AIF in 1915 and served in WW1 much to their fathers distress. My mother never truly felt Australian. Our family brought the Scots culture with them and my mother continued it with her children. My Father's family are Gordons from Belhelvie Aberdeenshire his family are buried in the Belhelvie Kirk. The Gordon's are very tradition and culturally focused and aware. Many words and phrases are still used in family conversation. Being from good Scots stock and having parents deeply steeped in the home land my siblings and I still hold our heritage as Scots. My mother told me there are two nations in the world that never lose their roots and connection. The Jews never lose their family/tribal association and religion. The true Scots remains a clansmen and holds onto his culture, food and religion. I personally know many 1st generation Australians who identify with their parents homeland culture and adhere to the love of Clan, tartan and attend the gatherings. My parents were so strong on Scots tradition and my grandparents still had the pronouncation, tone and brogue of home. Inconclusion my parents would say you are planted her from good Scots stock and your roots are in the highlands. My mothers family originate from the Northern Isles.

First of all I learned a lot. Thank you. Where I take exception, is how you glossed over the eradication of Highland culture. Let us be honest , the English Crown , and business elites persued a policy of genocide, financial enslavement. Just to inform you , I'm not a lefty , I am a ex-paratrooper and conservative. But the truth is the truth. I very much respect your work. GL

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I really do feel it on this subject, the loss of the highlander way of life. But having only 25 minutes to cover 2000+ years... I could not dwell too much on one subject

@rollandchapin5308

Жыл бұрын

@@Geodiode You are aware that is what matters, God Bless, good luck

@yewawtmayt2805

6 ай бұрын

The Highland clearances is a vast subject it could almost warrant its own episode. I like to think that all the people from Ireland and Scotland got their revenge on England by sowing the seeds of rebellion in America 😂

@Jam43341

5 ай бұрын

If the roles were reversed and the we had the opportunity to do the same to the English we would have done the exact same thing. It’s a completely different time with different norms. Stop living your life with a chip on your shoulder and dwelling on the past my friend. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@shelleyphilcox4743

3 ай бұрын

The 'English Crown'? The Tudors were Welsh and the Stewart's were Scots and the Hanoverians got the crown through their Scots Stewart connection. While you are at it, look at who started colonisation in earnest, who extended the extraordinary powers of the East India Company and who persuaded Parliament to the Opium Wars, and who founded the Royal African Company. Clue...they were not English!

Always find people with Scottish ancestry pleasant and friendly also kind. Old man from Los Angeles

@stuzo666

Жыл бұрын

Its all changed we are overrun with scrounging migrants

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I have good old Scot friend who lives in Tujunga.

I always thought my family was German based on my last name. But after taking a DNA test I’m apparently 51% Scottish. Now I am here trying to learn about a heritage forgotten by my family.

I'm from Poland and I really love Scottish architecture, nature and history. I am really looking forward to visit this land as soon as I can. Cheers guys!

@Geodiode

10 ай бұрын

You have plenty of your countrymen to visit there too ;) It even showed up on my ethnicity chart in Part 2! (1% of the population there)

@vadoksam9235

8 ай бұрын

We hate england ;)

@yewawtmayt2805

6 ай бұрын

We love Poland too I've worked with poles they are great people I feel we have a lot in common I know poles who speak fluent Scots also who have grew up here. Great food too I regularly have pierogi and meat croquettes to this day 😂

@PaulMalone-pm8qk

6 ай бұрын

Eye

@EstbXCIII

5 ай бұрын

Your countrys not to shabee also 😁👍 I really wish I can visit Poland one day.. As of today Poland is one of my favorite country In Europe. The polish are some of the toughest, badass people in world. I'm a huge fan of world history so I came to learn just how badass you guys are. Poland has survived ENDLESS heartache, defeats, occupation, turned to ruble but always got back up and knock the dust off and rebuild again. Around the 1910s or 20s you had to fight the Russians. Then in WWII Germany invaded and made life absolute hell. Eventually the Russians came in pursuit of the retreating Nazis and did just unspeakable things to Polish. After breaking free from the Soviet Union you built and now today you guys have one of the best economies in Europe, one of the best military in Europe just Incase Russia decides to fuck around and find out lol On top of it all I seriously admire your leaders for telling the EU to blow you cause your not giving in to their absurd demands to allow endless migrants and destroy Poland like what is happening in France, Italy, UK, Germany ect. Poland is the only one with backbone. In my opinion qnd in many other Poland is seen as the last true defenders of Christianity. I don't think it's a coincidence that your country who is strict on immigration and proud of your culture is becoming super successful with beautiful cities and low crime while cities like Paris, London, Berlin etc. are becoming massive shithole with rampant crime and drugsI Anyway, I pray one day I get to step foot in your country. You guys please keep up the good work and keep showing Europe that your way of running a country is how it's done

I love Scotland and I'm proud of my Scottish and Italian heritage.

@thecrimsondragon9744

10 ай бұрын

I knew a guy who was half Italian and half Scottish. He was one of the nicest guys I've ever met.

@A.Loppstirr

7 ай бұрын

WHERE MY PEOPLES AT EH??? Lemme get a WOOOOP WOOOOPEN

@aliciarobertson4979

2 ай бұрын

My children are half Sicilian from my late husband and half Scottish from me… a good mix!

Scotland (especially The Highlands/Inverness area) has been my dream destination for decades now. I still hope to make it there. It’s my #1 bucket list item.

@Geodiode

11 ай бұрын

Make your dream happen!

@brandinshaeffer8970

8 ай бұрын

That was my moms dream but she put it off year after year. She died at 68 years old never having been. GO. Do it!!!

@lonniemonroe2714

8 ай бұрын

Clan Munro

@Rfccfctml

3 ай бұрын

I’m 45 mins north west from inverness, make sure you visit Skye! Best time to go is end of may or start of June.

Scotland is the best country in the world, no 1 is freedom , no 2 are people, no 3 is the history and landscape 🫶 I’m Czech, and Scotland is my second place to live❤thanks for the video🥰

I,m a Scotsman, now living in NZ, after 45 years in Australia,, paid my $20 in 1969 and emigrated there in 1970,, they said, you're one of those ten pound poms ,,,,, I said, no I'm a ten pound Scotsman, I really got the value from the ten pound,,, too hot and dry in West Aust, so moved to NZ 8years ago, just like a milder version of Scotland, love it 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

We were ten pound poms too! We emigrated to Oz in 1974 with that cheap deal! But yeah, I think NZ suits the Scots better, as it's a cooler climate! Adelaide got way too hot in the summer !

Migrated to Australia from Scotland as a nineteen year old in 1963. Been fortunate to have been able to return with family many times but Australia has been kind to me and is now firmly "home."

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your story James!

I just returned from vacation in Scotland this week. My mothers Grandmother was a Graham. My Great- Grandmother's 4 -5 times Great-grandfather was Ist Viscount John Graham...aka Bonnie Dundee. Beautiful country. Our stay wasn't long enough. Hope to return to visit someday soon.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jayne. Good to know of your illustrious ancestors!

My grandmother was from Scotland, grandfather from Ireland, Nova Scotia to Boston where I was born way back, nanna would speak in Scottish and I couldn't understand one word but it sounded great.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Great Celtic family history!

@nancybellantoni6099

11 ай бұрын

My nana and grandpa both from Scotland worked at Quincy shipyard during WW2. I’m so very proud to be of Scottish ancestry

@steveofthewildnorth7493

7 ай бұрын

My Highland Scots ancestors could still speak Gaelic into the 1820's in the Cape Fear region of North Carolina.

My mon's from Scotland. I just love Scotland when I visited all my relatives. I would love to move there one day.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

I am a Lakota and my stepdad was Scottish. He showed up in his kilts he was 6’2” had a handlebar mustache with golden curly blonde hair and beautiful blue eyes.. within a few months he swept mom off her feet 😂 He belonged to the Bellingham Scottish band and competed in many competitions and we travelled to many Highland Games. Uncle Pat played the snare drum, auntie Lynn played the bagpipes and my dad played the base drum. He was married to mom for 25 years and the one thing he never got to do was go back to Scotland however, my youngest brother plays the bagpipes and has traveled several times to Scotland in his stead. The one similarity with our history is that the English came to our country “ usa” and colonized which brought devastation, disease and much death. Like the Scottish our people’s have managed to keep our language and culture alive. I would like to visit the country where my stepfather is from. Thank you for this video and I look forward to the next one. A’ho Mitakuye Oyasín

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks v much for sharing Anita! Sounds like you mum is very happy. Yes, it's true the English left their mark on the world, in many ways not kindly. We share that guilt with the Spanish, Portuguese and French too...

@MrQuakeroat

Жыл бұрын

Some Scots like to play the part of being downtrodden and under the English yoke. But let's not forget how enthusiastically the Scots joined with the English in colonising the world after 1707. Scotland benefitted hugely from playing its part in creating the British Empire. Many native peoples in North America, Africa and Asia were subjugated by Scottish regiments, Scottish nobility, Scottish slave owners and Scottish businessmen.

@RichieMark-bt5vy

Жыл бұрын

Hello!! I know this might looks strange but I just couldn’t scroll pass without complementing how gorgeous and pretty you’re.. though we might not be familiar with each other but I would love to get to know you better that’s if you don’t mind.. thank you hoping to get your response...

I am from the capital of Armenia, Yerevan. I have always been interested in the history of Scotland, especially after watching the film Outlander. I learned a lot about the history of Scotland and about its struggle to win independence from England. I wish to visit Scotland and to see its historical places and the wonderful nature which is very alike to ours. I hope it will come true one day.

So beautiful background music 🎶🎶🎶🎶!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏 Thank you so much for your history lesson about Scotland! 😇😇😇😇😇😇

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks!

I will always be proud of my Scottish heritage. MacAllister is my clan and some are not surprised by it.

Thank you so much for this video. My family emigrated to America in 1924 so that the boys (like my Dad) would not have to quit school and go into the coal mines near Auchinleck. My grandmother wanted better for her children. Have always been fiercely proud of my Scots ancestry and can’t hold back tears when I hear the bagpipes. Hoping to make it there one day to see it for myself. 🤞

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Cindy. I think your grandfather made the right call. Scotland didn't have a pretty 20th Century.

Growing up, I was always told my heritage was Scotch, Irish, English and Dutch. My maternal grandfather was Walter Greer Scott. In my studies of genealogy I have been led to believe John Balliol, King of Scotland (1249-1314) was my 22nd great grandfather. I also have a connection to the MacDonalds through John's mother, Queen Dervorgilla MacDonald (1218-1290), The point is to express my enjoyment upon watching this history account of part of my heritage. Not only was the program technically well done, it brought to life this history and how it still affects today's politics. Thank you so much from Fairfield Bay, Arkansas, USA!

@Geodiode

11 ай бұрын

Thank you very much, Terry. And great to hear of your illustrious ancestors. I see you've done your work!

@XMan-tu4iu

Ай бұрын

Scotch only refers to Scottish whisky. The people of Scotland are called Scots.

Hello, I am from Madeira- Portugal, and I LOVE Scotland in all it's content; the country land, people, tradition, music; history, ....the very true GREAT within the GB. Thank you for this presentation, it's refreshing.

@Geodiode

11 ай бұрын

Thank you! Nice to hear from your beautiful lush island

@kevintravis1807

2 ай бұрын

Try the Haggis.

I have Scottish ancestry on both maternal and paternal lines. My grandmother was from Motherwell, Glasgow. Her father was killed in WW1. Following the war, members of the family emigrated to NZ. I love Scottish history. It's so fascinating and rich. Loved this summary. Thanku!

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Good to hear the story. So many Kiwi Scots checking in. I had no idea!

@greganderson2239

8 ай бұрын

Me too, just found out I’m 40 percent Scottish and had no idea

@user-rc9ew3ky6n

3 ай бұрын

​@@greganderson2239judging by your name, you couldn't be anything else. Welcome.

@greganderson2239

3 ай бұрын

@@user-rc9ew3ky6n Exactly, I figured that out too afterwards 😂 I’m actually 45 percent. I’m guessing my earliest ancestors were the Vikings because the rest of me is Scandinavian and English.

A complex history distilled into a half hour presentation. Very informative and very well done. I'm a Scot who moved to Canada as a baby, but I'm still fiercely proud of my Scottish heritage.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Ian! If you watch part 2, you'll still see the flame burning bright, in that 2010 census that showed 60%+ of Scots identify still as "Scottish only" (not British).

@feedyourmind6713

11 ай бұрын

"distilled", ha! I see what you did there.

I am always on the look-out for good programs like this on Scotland - the place of my birth. I am so proud of my heritage and have given my two daughters Scottish names, Allison and Mhairi...I left in 1948 and have never been able to afford to go back - but my spirit will fly back when I pass and I will be home again to Edinburgh and the beautiful surroundings of the places I remember from Coldstream in the borders to Peebles where I was born in 1943 during ww2.Thank - you for bringing this program. I am looking forward to part 2.

As a first generation Canadian with Scottish parents, I enjoyed the video and I can understand why lots of details were skipped for the sake of a summary! Looking forward to seeing the rest of the videos about Scotland! For me, when I visit Scotland, I literally feel such a presence of the eons of time and a rugged beauty not found anywhere else on earth!❤🇨🇦🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Yes, I agree that when you visit Scotland in person it does have a certain magic and time travel feeling!

@20chocsaday

Ай бұрын

Dead right about the summary. He could have talked for two thousand years and then repeated it again and again to tell the story through millions of other people's eyes and experiences.

As a scottish person, you have captured our history very well. congrats

@Geodiode

Ай бұрын

Thanks!

There are very many Scottish heirs in North Carolina...We have the highland games played every year here. I love the fact I am part Scottish, but I feel whole Scottish. Our family has a Stevenson family crest. We had a couple of Ladies, a couple of Knights...n some others too.

One of the most beautiful countries on the planet.lovely people wonderfully hospitable.I married a Scots Lass I am English.Best of both worlds.Not forgetting Wales and Northern Ireland.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Intermarriage between the peoples of the British Isles is the greatest. I'm half Irish (both parents sides) myself, despite being "English" ;)

@royjohnson465

Жыл бұрын

@@Geodiode ~Very well done documentary I give you credit, I enjoyed it. But a complaint is (mainly at the very beginning of the video) you keep repeatedly saying wrongly ‘pot’ for the word ‘part’. Scotland in NOT a ‘pot’. Some examples:: “…most northerly ‘pot’ of the island of Great Britain”, “It (Scotland) is comprised essentially of 3 ‘pots’”, and “2 ‘pot’ presentation”. Stop calling Scotland a ‘pot’, people in both Scotland and Ireland(‘part’ of your heritage) do correctly say ‘part’ and NOT ‘pot’.!! Scotland is not a ‘cooking pot’ or not a ‘flower pot’ but yes it might be a ‘melting pot’ of people. Next time try saying it correctly as ‘part’ the right way and the exact same way that both Scots and Irish say it, and “not pot”.

Scotland is my favorite place. Been there many times - never gets boring. It's so beautiful! Anyone looking for an in depth read should pick up "History of Scotland" by Magnus Magnusson. Terrific book and you will learn the complete history.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

As in the old Mastermind host? Was he from Scotland?

@stuzo666

Жыл бұрын

Dreamer

@bertharius9518

Жыл бұрын

@@Geodiode He was born in Iceland but grew up in Edinburgh and lived in Scotland for most of his life.

The mighty Scot’s. What would the modern world do without us

@MrQuakeroat

Жыл бұрын

I've always thought the Scottish education system superior to the English in a number of ways. Perhaps punctuation isn't one. 😀

@angelagardner5230

Жыл бұрын

true

@SP_3333

11 ай бұрын

😉

@nrm224

11 ай бұрын

Spell better? ;)

@sanderson9338

11 ай бұрын

​@@MrQuakeroat tell me you are a twat without telling me you are a twat. 😅

Most of my ancestors are Scottish, my 10th grandfather was John Knox the reformer, then I'm descended from Robert the Bruce lineage all the way to the norse jarls of orkney back to Scandinavia. Scotland will always be my ancestral home and a place I soon hope to visit

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

An excellent family tree!

@nba2kaii12

7 ай бұрын

This is not possible robert the bruce is french descent

@Wahatoyas

7 ай бұрын

@nba2kaii12 no he isn't he is on a direct line related to Norse ancestry from Orkney and Norway.

@nba2kaii12

7 ай бұрын

@@Wahatoyas im afraid you are mistaken robert the bruce is even said so in declaration of arbroath

@Wahatoyas

7 ай бұрын

@@nba2kaii12 I'm going to share with you his direct male lineage. King. Robert De Bruce -> Robert de Bruce -> Robert Bruce -> Baron. Robert Bruce -> Baron. William Bruce -> Baron. Robert Bruce -> Robert II De Bruse -> Adam De Bruse -> Robert De Bruse -> Jarl. Ragnvald II Brussasson -> Jarl. Brussi Sigurdsson -> Jarl. Sigurd " the stout " Hlodvirsson the last pagan Earl of Orkney. I can go much further if you'd like back to 160 A.D

My husband’s grandfather came to Canada with his brother from Scotland early 1900’s. My father served in the Canadian army in WW I . From his letters I have his description of a visit to Scotland and his amazement at first seeing the Firth of Forth bridge. Really enjoyed your presentations & learned a lot. Thank you.

Enjoyed this Part 1. Clan McGrath. Loved that the Eileen Donan castle was shown first. Our family, Clan MacRae helped the castle residents during local wars.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks! There was so much stock video of Eilen Donan, it was ridiculous. Obviously the most picturesque of all Scottish castles being on the loch. Nice to hear of your family history...

All of Great Britain's history is interesting, however I have a deep fascination with Scotland particularly. I'm so drawn to your culture guys, seems so unique. Greetings from the south 🇬🇷🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@robroberts9051

5 ай бұрын

You'd be welcomed warmly. Come see us.

Quite clued up in my countries history but thank you for this presentation. Obviously it jumps a lot but I found it very interesting and well put together. 👏👏👏👏

Thank you for this fascinating and balanced view of Scottish history. It was helpful to hear some of the economic reasons that drove it to join England and that it was not just a series of conquest by Britain. I do object to not including James Maxwell in the list of famous Scotts. His scientific contributions, especially to the theory of electricity and magnetism are huge. I also realized why we don’t know more famous Scotts, because so many of the best and brightest immigrated to other countries and contributed in America, Ireland, England, and Australia.

My great grandfather was Nathanial MacLaren from PEI, Canada, whose ancestors landed there as the Brudenell Pioneers.

A very succinct summary of Scotland's history. As always, there is so much more beneath the surface but this is a very accurate introduction! Many such videos fall victim to mispronunciation and misinformation, but as always Geodiode has done his research! I'll look forward to part two!

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Douglas! Yes, pronunciation is always tricky when doing videos about different cultures. But I've been around enough Scots in my time to have hopefully gotten most words north of the border right! Happy to hear I got it right from a Scot, even if you're from the Borders ;)

@KeltischeForschung

Жыл бұрын

It's all bullshit

@megan0591

Жыл бұрын

@@Geodiode you mispronounced Alba unfortunately. It’s “Al-a-buh” not Al-bah. This is from someone who is from the west coast highlands and a gàidhlig speaker😄.

@jamiesedinburgh

Жыл бұрын

They have missed so much out and by doing so created an incorrect narrative on the major historical and constitutional points.

Am extremely proud of my Scottish heritage. Travelled there just before the pandemic. The beauty of the country was beyond belief and the people were quite gracious and welcoming. I look forward to returning to explore further. My dream would be to live there, but don't know quite how to go about all that. Plus, I'd be loathe to leave my doctors here.

It's always fascinate me every time i watch history about Irish snd Scottish because it added to my knowledge about my ancestors. I wish i can visit Scotland and Ireland in the future.

In the last 2 years or so, I have thought Scotland would be an excellent country to visit. I have never been to Europe and there were several countries I would have liked to visit. No longer. Scotland, if I hhad a chance, would be the first country I would visit. Thank you for sharing this lovely country.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Yes Scotland will not disappoint you when you visit. Just don't go in winter though! Few hours of daylight then

@murdochmclennan3510

Жыл бұрын

Mk Redenbaugh: Scotland is a beautiful country with bad weather!

Scotland is beautiful and it’s the land of my ancestors.

Scottish born and bred here! I loved the intro and the video overall. Great work ❤

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Much appreciated!

@MMartin-pt9yv

10 ай бұрын

bred. !

So much informative 👌👌thanx for uploading this 👍

@Geodiode

2 ай бұрын

My pleasure 😊

My grandfathers family is from Scottland...he's passed on but would love to travel there ❤🙂

Such a beautiful country. Im forever watching Still Game btw so i'm proud to understand Scottish accent and a wide range of unique Scottish expressions❤

Wonderful summary and storytelling. Made me proud of my tiny claim to Scotland. God bless and Happy Easter to all

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad you liked it, and yes, feel proud! Part 2 premieres today at 5.

I'm a huge fan of Scotland's history. I don't know much, but I'd love to definitely visit Scotland before I leave this world. Learnt a lot from this video. Thanks.

@Geodiode

Сағат бұрын

Please do!

Such a Beautiful Country. Land of my ancestors😷.

Love this playlist and Love Scotland! Looking forward to part 2 !! 😍

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed! Yes, 1-2 weeks away for Part 2!

I've just discovered my Scottish roots. There are so many! I want to learn as much as I can. I've always been drawn to Scotland, and know I know why ❤

@jamiewilson5679

11 ай бұрын

I love jocks really,but they do love to portray themselves as victims like all celts

@Geodiode

11 ай бұрын

@Jamies Wilson - it is known. But then, you can kind of understand it with the English (by which I *really* mean the Norman aristocracy), bashing them for the last millenium.

@emeraldfox7175

11 ай бұрын

Take the trip luv,you won't bloody regret it!

excellent video... great history and story of a proud nation and its people!

Wow! Fantastic and moving video! You’ve captured the highlights of the most beautiful country. I actually learned much more than I knew about Scotland, and particularly enjoyed your selections of outstanding Scottish personalities; just brilliant! I travel to Scotland yearly, and your video has filled me with even more anticipation for my return very soon. Loved your video, and will continue to watch your channel. Thank you.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Rose. Glad you enjoyed it! You're very dedicated to visit annually!

Well done!! we drove around the Highlands for two weeks last October (I am from Northern California) and this makes clear this somewhat complicated history of Scotland, and especially of the Highlands

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes two weeks would just about do it!

As a MacDonald who knows little of my family's path from Scotland to the US. this is a great series. I am just now exploring those roots. Thank you.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome. And good luck in your family history research!

@musashidanmcgrath

Жыл бұрын

If you have a Mac/Mc clan name, your family are Irish Gaels originally. Mac/Mc was unique to Ireland and spread to Scotland.

@russelldate3610

7 ай бұрын

My great grandpa first name was Mcdonald

@brucecollins641

7 ай бұрын

@@musashidanmcgrath utter rubbish.maybe you should explain the origins of the"gaels"in ireland. from where when and how did they arrive in ireland. macs/mcs and o's are scottish.

@johnkelly3886

5 ай бұрын

@@brucecollins641 The Dalriadan Scots came from Ireland, specifically Ulster. There was also a large influx of Norse to the Western Islands and Highlands. We are all mostly the descendants of North West European hunter gathers. It is who YOU are that matters, not your ancestry. But you are very welcome in Scotland.

My grandmothers family comes from scotland. Clan MacMillan. Thank you so much for the history of my heritage.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Nice to hear! And you're welcome!

Thanks for creating this channel in the very first place, dude👍👍👍👍

I have Scottish blood and have visited Scotland many times. On one such trip I asked about the pronunciation of the word "Celt". I was told that it's pronounced in two different ways, with the hard C that the narrator uses or with the soft C that I prefer, because of two different sources, the Greek word Keltoi or the French word Celtique.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Correct. If referring to the Glasgow football team, you'd say "Seltic", but the hard "C" is considered to be the correct form for academic purposes.

@megan0591

Жыл бұрын

It’s pronounced like Kelt when referring to us as people and our languages. The soft c would be pronounced like Seltic which is the pronunciation of one of our football teams.

@pmurnion

8 ай бұрын

​@@GeodiodeC is always hard in Celtic languages. Specifically Gaelic, it has no K. Its not an 'academic' point, its a fact. The references to the soft C in Celtic are completely misleading. Thats because if the modern anglicisation of Scotland.

I love my country so much 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Fantastic documentary of my ancestors. Thank you.

Watched both episodes, and agree with those who have commented that these are excellent summaries of Scotland (being Scottish myself). My only contention is with your description of the UK as a nation state. I see it rather as a state, comprised of four (arguably three) nations. Great work, thank you.

@Geodiode

19 күн бұрын

Thanks!

Thank you for this nice and highly interesting documentary! This is KZread at its very,very best! Greetings from Trondheim, Norway!

@alicemilne1444

Жыл бұрын

It's very inaccurate in places. See my comment.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Tak Bent! Greatly appreciated! I'll be picking up your country in a future episode. I'm a big Nordophile (is that a word?!) :)

@BentHestad

Жыл бұрын

@@alicemilne1444 I liked the video very much, superb intro to the topic as I see it, and also appreciated your interesting comment with more information below! Thanks!

@BentHestad

Жыл бұрын

@@Geodiode Let us make it a word! 😊 I wish we here in Norway could have even stronger ties to all our neighbors, including Scotland!

@stuzo666

Жыл бұрын

Numpty

I really love the scottish architecture and the scottish people they are beautiful people❤❤❤😊😊

16:22 love the "A Rock" annotated on the map

@Geodiode

6 ай бұрын

Hilarious! I hadn't noticed it until now. I wonder if it has a name today

Great video mate!!!! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

I go under a pen name. However, I’m sixth generation Southern American by way from the Highlanders known as the ‘wild ones’. I suspect my roots run to Morvich/Kintail. My paternal GGG Grandfather came to or was born in North Carolina, USA circa 1780. I don’t have any prior history other than his first & last name. DNA only tells me their is similar ancestry but not direct -in Aberdeen County perhaps?My paternal GG Grandfather in the was a Colonel in the American Civil War. He unsuccessfully petitioned to be a Chaplain during those 4 years in which he fought in every major battle. Afterwards- he did become a Methodist Circuit Minister for many years. I recently found his grave. Regardless- i plan on returning to where I’ve never been and see the land of my ancestors. Thank you for your great video; I’m excited to see Part 2 & to share with my immediate family & my extended cousins & friends whose last names include- Stuart, Forsyth, O’Steen (crazy Irish lol), Murray, &c., &c., &c..

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Lovely to hear from you. My understanding is that most of people that settled in the "back woods country" of the Appalachians were from Ireland and Scotland. The reason being they wanted to be far away from the English in their towns and cities

Scotland is my favourite place. This video is so perfect 🥰 🥰

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

My foster Father Jack Douglas from Pickering , Spruce Hill Rd. Was a Good ❤ Scotsman , Thankyou😊

@Geodiode

8 ай бұрын

Good to hear, thanks!

Thank you for his video! I've learnt so much

You did it short but most important things are summarised well. Bravo! I was thinking maybe we could do it together with history of Western Balkans. Greetings from Belgrade.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bojana. Have you started a channel yourself?

i watched "Outlander" on Netflix that made me to learn more about the history of Scotland. Thank you so much for this comprehensive video and it helps me to gain more knowledge about other countries' history. Indeed, Scotland is amazing with the beautiful and scenic landscapes.

@Geodiode

7 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@user-ur3sn3qe2f

5 ай бұрын

Me too!

Exceptionally interesting....thank you

@Geodiode

Ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

I'm not scottish, but i like the brave history of Scotland very much, one of my favorite part of world history, especially the times of knights of William Wallace, Robert de Bruce. I think Scotland is deserved to be as independent state on the map of modern world, i hope this once will happen ....

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your input. The independence dilemma is one that has faced the Scots for centuries now - take economic advantage of a union with England, or try and go it alone...

@davidcunningham3813

Жыл бұрын

You will love this kzread.info/dash/bejne/eHh9s7yrpNu2p5c.html

@rocco-zk5jo

Жыл бұрын

Don't forget James VI of Scotland was the first King of the United Kingdom . James I for England

@dblezi

11 ай бұрын

The scottish people voted for this in recent memory and chose to remain in union with London. As is the case with many things in these gelded modern times. People want to keep voting until the "correct" vote is achieved. I'm not scottish either but like I said it is up to those people to decide and the majority are okay with being part of the larger union.

@luigisigillo1501

11 ай бұрын

J too have had the opportunaty to visit this sort of paradyse and j have reached the farthest North, visiting it all , but you know what ? J, who come from the South of Italy , Naples , J 've got to confirm that the people living . So far, are in some respects as friendly as my people. J love that beatiful country as mine

Crazy how fast the ancient ways and traditions disappear and paradigms are changed. What an incredibly weird thing it is to be alive. Thanks for sharing.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome. And yes, the Highlander way of life has more or less vanished.

Thank you for the wonderful video!

@Geodiode

Ай бұрын

Thank you too!

Excellently covered! A comprehensive overview of a great nation

@Geodiode

10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

My grandmother on my father’s side of the family is descended from John Comyn III of Badenoch. He was stabbed to death by Robert the Bruce before the alter at the church of the Greyfriars at Dumfries. This abruptly ended his claim to the throne.

@penelopesparlormaid

8 ай бұрын

That would be an abrupt ending, indeed.....

This was so well done! When will Part 2 be posted? Thanks!

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Working on it! 1-2 weeks away...

Thanks for uploading! Always a pleasure learning about the ancestors that came from across the pond.

@Geodiode

8 ай бұрын

Welcome!

I have a friend from Scotland and he told me to watch videos about Scotland and I love it!

So proud of my Scottish side that came to the U.S. and were extremely successful.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Yes they were! For most it was the right move to leave and they enjoyed a better life than had they stayed

This was so well done! Thank you! How do I access Part 2?

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Coming soon! And thanks!

Thanks for this video! Gonna be there next month! Cheers!

@Geodiode

11 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Enjoy your trip!

Very compact and informative...Thank you

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

Really enjoyed this video as a person from just outside Edinburgh. Gained yourself a subscriber 👍

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you! Glad to hear this Sassenach did ok ;)

@chefasauras1280

Жыл бұрын

@@Geodiode I'm sure there would be many back in the day that would call me the same... so from one to another well done and looking forward to part 2

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

@@chefasauras1280 yes! What I didn't know prior to researching this video was how far north the Anglo-Saxons ventured, with Northumbria encompassing the whole of Lothian. So I guess the Highlanders were technically correct in the use of the S word for people from Lothian! :D

Enjoyed this very much. My mother was a McArthur and hers a Wilson and hers a Fraser and my Grandmother on my father's side a McKenzie, so I've always had an interest in the history of Scotland and Its people. My mother's people came to Canada in the 1800's looking for a better life. Just subscribed.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, and great to hear of your ancestors' story!

@jurgenjung4302

Жыл бұрын

KZread KANAL:'YHVH DEUTSCHLAND' mit Deutsche, Russen, IREN, SCHOTTEN./// Vielleicht interessiert es sie ja. 👋🇩🇪

Wonderful video...thank you for sharing!!!xxx

@Geodiode

7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

watch this before my trip to Scotland. Very informative, well-organised and clear. thanks

@Geodiode

8 ай бұрын

Glad you like it - thanks!

I was surprised that you didn’t mention James Clerk Maxwell under Enlightenment period, I know it´s a quick description but I think he deserve it as James Watt. Maxwell is the father of modern wireless communication but it´s just my opinion. Many thanks for the video

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Indeed - and you'll see more of him in Part 2 (premieres today)...

Great video bud 👍👍 Glossed over centuries of history which is understandable 😂😂 Quality viewing

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Yes, only 25 minutes to cover 2500 years. Tough love for many subjects that i could have talked more about

What a well done documentary history - kudos!

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thanks v much!

Good stuff ... just the right length ... right up to but no actually attaining boredom. Thanks.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear I got it right! The shorter it is, the harder it becomes, as you have to condense things without leaving out important parts, and also maintain legibility.

That was excellent! I'm Scottish living in Korea...when can we expect Pt. 2?

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Stephen! Part 2 premieres next Tuesday!

What is your favourite episode in Scottish history? Curious about Celtic origins? Puzzled over the Picts? Weeping for William Wallace? Mourning Mary Queen of Scots? Crying over Culloden? Cheering over the great ships of the Clyde? Let us know your thoughts here! Or you can just share your Scottish ancestry, especially if you know your clan!

@cyberspace65

Жыл бұрын

What is the opening title music? Love it

@NancyLouHoo

Жыл бұрын

I am a decendant of the Ross Clan, and so far, I've traced my ancestry back to Sir David Ross, 7th Lord of Balnagowan. ❤ I am also a decendant of the Murray Clan. 😊

@LoriElskerMusik29

Жыл бұрын

My highest estimate of DNA was Great Britain is now all Scotland. I am? That is why I watched this video. Looking foward to part 2. Clan? I'm still in America in the late 1700's. Guess I've been here for a long time?

@patriciajrs46

Жыл бұрын

Crying over Culloden, yes. Crying over Mary, no.

@williamwilson2270

Жыл бұрын

I am essentially Clan Gunn, though my great Grandfather was of the line of the Black Douglas, being cousin to the Lord Douglas, and incidentally related to William Wallace due to the marriage of the great Granddaughter of Alexander Wallace, the surviving brother of Sir William to my ancestor, based in Torphichen for 400 years, having been led by a Knight of St John of Jerusalem who it was said had been a Scots Templar who fought with Bruce and my great Grandsire The Good Sir James Douglas at Bannockburn. Retaining his knighthood as an adopted Hospitilliar at Torphichen, he and others tended the wounded William Wallace after his treachery and defeat at Falkirk fight in a cave that bears his name to this day. Wallace fled to France and fought for the French king against Longshanks to drive the Saxons out of France for four years. My ancestor returned to Torphichen with Lord Sandilands as a local knight two years prior to the betrayal of Sir William Wallace by the Lord Graham of Monteith, and his subsequent illegal trial on false treason charges and murder by the English in London's Smith field Market in 1305. Robert Bruce 17th Earl of Annandale took the crown after dealing with the Red Comyn's betrayal at Dumfries, finally freeing Scotland again at Bannockburn in 1314.

Good history and info. Well done. X

@Geodiode

10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Scotland is so beautiful ! Going there, I had never expected this. Lovely people.

If you get to go, do it ! You will not regret it. Beautiful place with good people .

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Quite magical. And very different in feel (landscapes, architecture, people) to England.

@stuzo666

Жыл бұрын

A multicultural craphole

magnifico semplicemente magnifico!!!! (translation: magnficent simply magnficent!!!)

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Gratzie Davide! Thanks for your chatty premiere debut! :)

Great video and even though I’m Scottish I still learned a few things thanks to this well researched video and the aerial shots were beautiful - makes me homesick as I’m working in the Middle East just now but will be home again soon. Anyone who is interested to visit will be very welcome and I’m sure you’ll have a great time and a good laugh

@Geodiode

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Alan! And yes, I can't think of a place more different to Scotland than the deserts of Arabia...

Just subbed! 🎉 very interesting- looking forward to pt 2! ❤

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@RichieMark-bt5vy

Жыл бұрын

Hello!! I know this might looks strange but I just couldn’t scroll pass without complementing how gorgeous and pretty you’re.. though we might not be familiar with each other but I would love to get to know you better that’s if you don’t mind.. thank you hoping to get your response....

Beautiful scenery shots, and well informed opinion on the country's timeline of becoming a member of the commonwealth. Looking forward to next episode.

@Geodiode

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks! Yes, more coming in Part 2.

@stuzo666

Жыл бұрын

Now littered with migrants and cigarette butts