I hope that all of us are familiar with that powerful line from the end of Braveheart, which was, of course, a highly romanticized depiction of real events in the history of Scotland, including the figures of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, and the Battle Bannockburn. Why do I mention all this? Why am I writing about Scotland at all today?
Well, that, my friends, is because today is the Feast of St. Andrew, and St. Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland. So, I though that it would be a fitting celebration of St. Andrew's day to mention that briefly here on Coast to Coast OSJ, as well as share with you what happens to be one of the leading competitors for the unofficial Scottish national anthem, Scotland the Brave. (Alas, since Scotland is not independent anymore, the official national anthem is the same as that for the rest of the United Kingdom, God save the Queen.)
If you're a bagpipe enthusiast, I hope you enjoy this. If you're not, I ask that you at least try to listen through once. Incidentally, it is my opinion that this might be the most familiar piece of pipe music in the non-Celtic world. Any thoughts on that?
Oh, and how about a poll question: Who is your favorite Scot, living or deceased? Mine is Sean Connery.
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