Scottish Highland Games: Explained

Dating back to the early days of clan gatherings, the Scottish Highland Games is an undeniable pillar of Scottish heritage. Hosted annually during the summer months, the Highland Games brings towns and villages from across Scotland together to spectate this Scottish tradition, with competitors of the sporting events travelling from all over the world to take part in the games.
The first Scottish Highland Games is thought to have been hosted by Malcom Canmore in the 11th century, when clan chieftains would select their strongest men to compete. This tradition continued until the 19th century, following the failed Jacobite rebellions when the Highland culture became suppressed, causing the Highland Games to be almost eradicated. However, Queen Victoria resurrected the games as she introduced the Braemar Gathering in 1832, which is now celebrated globally in the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and several other places.
A traditional modern day Scottish Highland Games will begin with a Chieftains Parade where a procession will be led by the Chieftain of the games, followed by local pipe bands, athletes and highland dancers. Following this, the sporting events of the day begin, including the most renowned heavy event, the Caber Toss, which involves the participant throwing a large timber pole with the aim of landing it at a 12 o’clock position. Other heavy events include the hammer throw, which is now an official event at the Olympics, weight for height, and the stone punt.
There are also track and field events which take place including cycling and running, with the opportunity for spectators to compete, giving you a chance to be a part of the Scottish Highland Games, so don’t miss it! Highland dancing also takes place throughout the day with dancers of all ages showcasing the traditional Highland Fling and the Sword Dance to the crowds gathered. The dancing is also accompanied by the famous bagpipes alongside several pipe bands, drummers and solo piping competitions throughout the day, which fill the atmosphere with patriotic rhythms.
Whether you are taking part or spectating, Scottish Highland Games is a truly magnificent collaboration of both Scottish tradition and community spirit, allowing Scottish heritage to remain alive and integrated in the lives and cultures of generations to come.
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THANKS GUYS NOW I HAVE TO WRITE SOMETHING ABOUT THIS FOR MY ENGLISH CLASS

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[@donnawilson9537]

Love this....I was a highland dancer from age 5 to 16. This brings back great memories. I'm now 48yrs....young. The highland games are an awesome experience.

[@calvinbaII]

My town in Nova Scotia has the oldest games in the world (outside of Scotland) it's a huge event. My high school didn't have a track & field team (for some reason) so those athletes would compete in Highland Games instead. A guy I played football with got sponsored to compete in caber toss and travel internationally, it helped pay for teaching degree! Girls would take highland dancing instead of ballet, etc, many local girls over the years would reach #1-#3 in the world at times. I agree Donna, it's a great experience and more boys & girls should get involved!

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Just a small point "Failed Highland rebellion" I don't think people defending their homes from an invading army can be called a "Rebellion"

[@TheJpf79]

Just like I don't think "Cromwell" should be called "great" on your website.

[@mikeshogunlee]

The Jacobite rebellion was multi-layered. While there were probably many Scotts who thought, or were told, that they would be granted independence in victory.
Officially, the Jacobites were fighting to restore the British monarchy in exchange for the Jacobite religion being made the official church of all Britain.

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Awesome video, guys. We had no idea about the history of the games, really interesting!

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Damn i choose this in my english class because i thought it's gonna be a video game, not a sPoRt dAy
Anyway thanks for this :))

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[@judytipple1097]

A wonderful overview of the history of Highland Games. Well done!

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Scottish fiddle competitions and harp competitions are also common.

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It's truly gorgeous there!

[@Saint_Cuthbert]

When are the games held?

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damn we studying this thing rn

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Same here i have an oral exam about Scotland and the exam is in 1 week and i am now learning

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Do they always dance in slow-motion like that?

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God I want to participate in a highland game someday.

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Do it what's stopping you

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Im from Germany and i need to write down the whole video

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Thanks again

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We have the highlands games in Georgia
Every summer

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This doesn't seem like something I would be good at. I'm rather nimble, but I am not strong at all.

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I am not Martin from Germany

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I love hearing bagpipes.

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If every competitor gets the caber on the 12 o clock how do they decide the winner

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All those with a perfect 12 will re-toss. You could call it a toss off...

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