Forgotten Scotland
Forgotten Scotland
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The 1971 Cairngorms Disaster , Britain's Worst Mountaineering Tragedy
The horrific tale of a school trip to the Cairngorms gone tragically wrong when extreme weather conditions forced the children and their group leaders to stay overnight in the snow. Despite heroic rescue efforts five of the teens plus a 18 year old guide perished in the freezing temperatures.
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1944 Crash of Douglas C-54 Skymaster at Prestwick
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In poor visibility the four-engined American transport plane crashed into houses on approach, killing 25 people. Correction: At 0:26 it should be 'United States Army Air Force' rather than 'United States Air Force.'
The 1953 Arbroath Lifeboat Disaster
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In October, 1953 the Arbroath lifeboat 'Robert Lindsay' capsized on her return from a distress call. Six of the seven crew perished in the disaster.
The 1943 Ferny Ness Plane and Bus Crash - A Wartime Disaster
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On April 27th, 1943, a gunnery practise range near Edinburgh was the scene of a catastrophic collision between a Vought Chesapeake aircraft and a bus transporting naval ratings.
The Bishop Hill Plane Crashes of 1939 and 1951
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Bishop Hill has claimed the lives of two 24-year-old RAF pilots, flying a Hawker Hind (1939) and De Havilland Vampire (1951).
The 1967 Biggar Murder
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Murder of 15 year old Linda Peacock at the hands of 17 year old Gordon Hay, resident of Loaningdale Approved School. Scotland's first conviction using dental records.
The 1954 Prestwick Air Disaster: A Christmas Day Plane Crash
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In the early hours of Christmas Day, 1954, a BOAC Stratocruiser crashed while attempting to land at Prestwick. 28 onboard lost their lives in the disaster, with just eight survivors.
The 1901 Donibristle Mining Disaster
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On August 21st, 1901 a sudden inrush of moss left several miners trapped underground at Donibristle Colliery, Fife, Scotland.
The Dollar Murder at Vicar's Bridge
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Joseph Bell became the last person to be executed at a fully public hanging in Scotland after murdering Alexander McEwan, a bakery delivery driver, on a secluded country lane shortly before Christmas, 1865.
Loch Lomond, a Scottish Folk Song
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Our version of Scottish favourite, Loch Lomond
John Thomson: The Life and Death of Scotland's Goalkeeper
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The tragic story of the rise of young goalkeeper, John Thomson, whose career, and life came to an end at an Old Firm derby game at Ibrox, September 5th, 1931. Celtic and Scotland goalie, Thomson, was only 22 when he died following a collision with Rangers player, Sam English's knee. Over 40,000 people came to the wee Fife village of Cardenden to pay their respects to the talented young player
Old Photos of Kinross, Milnathort & Loch Leven
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Vintage pictures of Kinross, and surrounding area, including Stronachie Distillery.
Old Photos of the East Neuk of Fife
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Vintage pictures of the East Neuk, including Elie, Wemyss, Anstruther and Crail.
Photographs of Dunnottar Castle, Stonehaven, Scotland
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A selection of scenic photos from historic Dunnottar Castle near Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Old Photos of the Fife Coast, East Neuk, St Andrews
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A journey from Kincardine to the Tay Bridge, around the Fife coast in old photographs.
Photographs from Loch Leven, Scotland
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Photographs from Loch Leven, Scotland
Photographs of Lochore Meadows (The Meedies)
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Photographs of Lochore Meadows (The Meedies)
East Wemyss Murder, 1909
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East Wemyss Murder, 1909
Old Photos of Aberdour
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Old Photos of Aberdour
Johnny Hill - Scotland's First Boxing World Champion
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Johnny Hill - Scotland's First Boxing World Champion

Комментарии

  • @MuffCalum
    @MuffCalum 26 дней назад

    Great video 👍

  • @legowarfan
    @legowarfan Месяц назад

    im from east wemyss and if the people that make this video go to schools in fife id like to say it's one of the primary 7 my initials are m.w.

  • @bobpert4030
    @bobpert4030 Месяц назад

    My parents were neighbours and friends with the Bruce's. I was 3 years old when the tragedy occurred and have no recollection of it however I got to know Margaret, his wife, over the subsequent years and have fond memories of her (she was a diamond).

  • @wonjubhoy
    @wonjubhoy Месяц назад

    I went to John Thomson's grave earlier today. He will never be forgotten. This video is an excellent tribute to him.

  • @marysharp6366
    @marysharp6366 Месяц назад

    I have completely forgotten about this plane crash. Maybe because I am 90 years old. I was working in Ayr at the time. Greetings from New Zealand

  • @johnconnor2054
    @johnconnor2054 Месяц назад

    Fantastic story ✅

  • @charlie-kz3xe
    @charlie-kz3xe 2 месяца назад

    Don't suppose you know where I could pick up a copy of the book you mention?

  • @wallywally8282
    @wallywally8282 2 месяца назад

    You could ditch the annoying music!🤮

  • @buttafan4010
    @buttafan4010 2 месяца назад

    madness!

  • @christinelynch6611
    @christinelynch6611 3 месяца назад

    I was 6mths old, living at Glenburn, Prestwick close to where this disaster occurred. 💔💔

  • @southpakrules
    @southpakrules 3 месяца назад

    5:21 No matter how sad the day was for captain Stewart, trust me when I say that for the burned alive victims it was much, much worse.

  • @chamomileteanz
    @chamomileteanz 4 месяца назад

    Alexander Smith is the GG grandfather of my husband. Do you have an email address for your channel where I can contact you for more on the bo

  • @williamknox4541
    @williamknox4541 5 месяцев назад

    One in a million he will always be Renner halal God bless John Thompson hon but not forgotten

  • @acjdf
    @acjdf 5 месяцев назад

    Good stuff except for the over-loud and unnecessary music.

  • @GCStalker
    @GCStalker 6 месяцев назад

    Now RNLI Arbroath is reduced to a wee inflatable and no more launches down the ramp. An absolute disgrace for the RNLI. So I won't be leaving any money to them.

  • @vinnyganzano1930
    @vinnyganzano1930 6 месяцев назад

    We football fans are frequently so quick to chant our hatred against our opponents but tragedies like this can bring us together all to briefly. My Grandfather was there that day and he had a tear in his eye as he spoke about it. A sad loss from a time when we bred them tough.

  • @davidkamen
    @davidkamen 6 месяцев назад

    Runway 71 ? Runways are numbered using compass degree headings therefore 71 cannot be possible because a compass only has 360 degrees.

    • @jimsmith556
      @jimsmith556 5 месяцев назад

      They didn't say 71. They said 31.

    • @davidkamen
      @davidkamen 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@jimsmith556yes, 31. Must be that Scottish accent which often times is confusing to non-Scottish listeners. Thank you for clearing that up.

  • @jimsmith556
    @jimsmith556 6 месяцев назад

    Nicely done. My great grandfather Alexander Smith was one of the poor guys who were inundated first. It was nice to see the area of the collapse as it is now. Thank you for making this!

  • @Kinghornish
    @Kinghornish 7 месяцев назад

    A giant of a man, yet, only a very gifted boy, one who had the whole world firmly clasped in his hands, however, two players died on the field of play that fateful day, the price they each paid to entertain the Glaswegian masses, was a price too high. RIP both.

  • @Gigachad3260
    @Gigachad3260 7 месяцев назад

    I know alot of you won't believe me but my mums friends step dad was the only passenger who survived the incident

  • @fredoconway6894
    @fredoconway6894 7 месяцев назад

    When sectarianism and bigotry takes a back seat.

    • @vinnyganzano1930
      @vinnyganzano1930 6 месяцев назад

      I'm a Rangers fan, I love my team but I watched this with tears in my eyes because I'm a human being and I know what it's like to lose friends and family long before their time.

    • @DavidBroadley-tw7ks
      @DavidBroadley-tw7ks 18 дней назад

      Some off the rangers fans were booing when John thomson was being carried off Sam English from ulster that makes it sound sectarian

  • @marblox9300
    @marblox9300 7 месяцев назад

    As an American I believe the Scottish Accent should be declared a different language from English.

  • @user-vk7vx1zr8j
    @user-vk7vx1zr8j 8 месяцев назад

    A very sad tale of a very young man who died too soon. John Thomson Rest in Peace.

  • @user-vk2mo9ly8w
    @user-vk2mo9ly8w 8 месяцев назад

    The peakocks wear beautiful family. I lived in biggar. I got married and my son was born in biggar. I was married to David McCone.

  • @user-vk2mo9ly8w
    @user-vk2mo9ly8w 8 месяцев назад

    The peakocks wear beautiful family. I lived in biggar. I got married and my son was born in biggar. I was married to David McCone.

  • @user-vk2mo9ly8w
    @user-vk2mo9ly8w 8 месяцев назад

    I lived in biggar. got married and my son . I knew som of the peakocks a beautiful family. I was married to David McCone. I am so sorry about this story.

  • @CallumODonnell
    @CallumODonnell 8 месяцев назад

    Callum here..... Linda Peacock was my aunt. I was just short of 9 when she was murdered. At 15, Linda was more of an older sister to me rather than my Mother's sister. I remember Linda so well. She was a beautiful, fun loving and wonderful young person. Please be assured, that despite the fact that this horrible crime was committed over half a century ago, Linda is still remembered fondly by all her remaining family. I was at her grave very recently where she lies to rest beside her older sister Jean and her father, George. Our Papa. Family members visit her regularly. Gordon Hay may have taken Linda from our world - but he has not broken the bonds of family love. Linda is as important to us today as she always was....Linda may have become part of a 'Forgotten Scotland' RUclips stream..... But, she is not forgotten by her family.... Not in the slightest.

    • @lizturner267
      @lizturner267 8 месяцев назад

      Lovely to hear that Linda and not the horrific crime is what her family fondly remembers 🥰

    • @siandoesstuff
      @siandoesstuff 3 месяца назад

      I am a distant relative of Linda. My Grandad was Tom Peacock, her uncle. He died 5 years before I arrived, so don't know much about that side of the family

  • @ThomasKelly669
    @ThomasKelly669 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks for making this beautiful tribute.

  • @petersneddon1579
    @petersneddon1579 9 месяцев назад

    As a Rangers man I have no idea why I watched this but I'm so glad I did, even after almost a century one can still feel the complete heartache and tragedy. I miss the respect that existed in the old days and this beautifully presented film shows that respect RIP John and Sam.

    • @keepsafeandsound6722
      @keepsafeandsound6722 8 месяцев назад

      Good words mate. Hope you are well and have a great new year. Pulls on your heart string this video. Rip to the the two players.

    • @Carolinel673
      @Carolinel673 7 месяцев назад

      Sam English never played football again. RIP BOTH .

    • @bobsteele9581
      @bobsteele9581 7 месяцев назад

      @@Carolinel673 - Actually Sam English played for Liverpool, Queen of the South and Hartlepool United after he left Rangers. He was certainly a haunted man and was never the same again though. John Thomson's death and the aftermath for English was certainly one of the most tragic incidents in the history of Scottish football. RIP both.

    • @Kinghornish
      @Kinghornish 7 месяцев назад

      Superb comment, never a truer word uttered. Bravo!

  • @tok1964
    @tok1964 9 месяцев назад

    Two casualties in this, both Thomson and English lost their lives in this. RIP to both of them.

  • @steviekenny581
    @steviekenny581 9 месяцев назад

    Wonderful film👏👏👏🥲💚

  • @saorsa5
    @saorsa5 10 месяцев назад

    This os excellent have been arguing for years with people about who was scotlands first world champion very few people heard of Johnny hill .i believe Johnny hill should have more recognition a true Scottish hero . REST IN PEACE JOHNNY HILL .

  • @pjmcgoldrick1967
    @pjmcgoldrick1967 10 месяцев назад

    There were indeed two victims on that fateful day. You can see from the film that it was a total and tragic accident. John’s bravery cost him his life. Sam English’s immediate reaction, though injured himself, shows how concerned he was. Rest in peace, both of them. 💚🇮🇪💚

  • @DavidBroadley-tw7ks
    @DavidBroadley-tw7ks 10 месяцев назад

    Willie maley wasn't convinced it was a accident the celtic manager but he didn't say it maybe Sam English went in to hard on thomson

    • @powa6243
      @powa6243 10 месяцев назад

      fuck up man, even if he went in to hurt him he clearly never wanted to kill him

    • @tok1964
      @tok1964 9 месяцев назад

      It was a man’s game then, goalkeepers were always in the firing line, the tackles were vicious back then

    • @tok1964
      @tok1964 9 месяцев назад

      And it was an accident…..

    • @wonjubhoy
      @wonjubhoy 18 дней назад

      John Thomson dived at him when the ball was there to be won. The collision was an accident.

  • @kenchambers3655
    @kenchambers3655 11 месяцев назад

    Just tragic. Very emotional.

  • @patgeorge1
    @patgeorge1 Год назад

    As a then crew member in the 80s I met Archie Smith on a visit from Canada. I was standing in for the mechanic who was on holiday. I had a visit from a couple of divers who had recovered the ships bell from the wreck of the "Isla Magee" (?). They wanted to present the bell to the lifeboat station. I phoned the coxswain to get his opinion but it was decided it couldn't be in the boat house. I suggested that the bell go to the Signal Tower museum, nearby. Instead they took it away with them.

  • @darren1059
    @darren1059 Год назад

    My great great cousin 😊 was brought up on stories of him by my gran when I grew up 🍀☘️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿☘️🍀

    • @Daza_1888
      @Daza_1888 Год назад

      One of the greats ☘️

  • @richardgiles2484
    @richardgiles2484 Год назад

    So so sad for all 😢

  • @iainmalcolm9583
    @iainmalcolm9583 Год назад

    I was a 15 year old Edinburgh Schoolboy at the time. I remember it well. The other incident referenced happened in Germany in 1936. An excellent telling of that story was done a few months ago by the YT Channel 'Real Horror' entitled 'Hike That Killed Five Schoolboys'. I actually enjoy the music.

  • @shaunmckenna1923
    @shaunmckenna1923 Год назад

    Very sad story , thanks for posting alway great to get any forgotten history.

  • @redtobertshateshandles
    @redtobertshateshandles Год назад

    The paddle steamer photo was a good one. 👍

  • @flyingphobiahelp
    @flyingphobiahelp Год назад

    Commercial pilot here. Don’t know if those chaps were instrument-rated (and aircraft correspondingly equipped) but assuming so the first thing to do when lost is climb, and then “confess.” Alas , way too many pilots (to the present time) elect to scud-run and end up perishing.

  • @redtobertshateshandles
    @redtobertshateshandles Год назад

    The ocean is mighty and deserves deference.

  • @send2gl
    @send2gl Год назад

    How sad, even more so being Christmas Day. I never knew of this incident.

  • @cristinalivi-harris3267
    @cristinalivi-harris3267 Год назад

    I love this music, what is it?

  • @johndonoghue2291
    @johndonoghue2291 Год назад

    My father played for Celtic from 1926 to 1930 ...He told me Johnny Thompson was the greatest goalkeeper he ever saw. My mother also mentioned that they both shared a taxi with him so many years ago....( Attending a Celtic function...may have been a Celtic dance ).said he just a very nice, quiet young man.. quiet shy. So sad reading about him now... even after so many years.

    • @jonfaud4564
      @jonfaud4564 9 месяцев назад

      Just got on this site today your father played with my uncle john McFarlane Nick named (Jean) I live in Niagara Falls but watch every game on streams. Don’t know if you come from Fife probably Glasgow what did you think of the Kelly family letting the club almost go broke saved on the last day HH

    • @keiranjarrett9691
      @keiranjarrett9691 5 месяцев назад

      My great great step-uncle shared a cab your mother wow my great great grandmother was married to his brother Jim Thomson later in life its nice to read these comments about him

    • @DevineTV
      @DevineTV 5 месяцев назад

      Very nice posts. Thank you.

  • @shaunmckenna1923
    @shaunmckenna1923 Год назад

    Very sad story .

  • @jackie0604oxon
    @jackie0604oxon Год назад

    When I and my friends were kids we always looked forward to trips... so sad that this ended so tragically for the young people and their families.

  • @paden57
    @paden57 Год назад

    I don’t mind the music and I really enjoyed the video. In my life I’ve been certified scuba diver and a private pilot with over 500 hours logged. In my career I was a journeyman lineman working voltages up to sixteen thousand volts a/c and I’ve seen what overconfidence and pressure to go ahead despite better judgment became of overconfidence. Thank you for your videos I hope your cautionary tales will in courage people to think twice before putting others lives in danger.

    • @lizturner267
      @lizturner267 8 месяцев назад

      Tragic but a very well presented video,thank you.

  • @Eric_Hutton.1980
    @Eric_Hutton.1980 Год назад

    Please ditch the music.

    • @edwigcarol4888
      @edwigcarol4888 10 месяцев назад

      Music adds nothing to the story. This has been often a reason for me to end a video right at he start .