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The Gathering of the Highland Clans at Braemar Castle, in the presence of the Prince and... 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Gathering of the Highland Clans at Braemar Castle, in the presence of the Prince and Princess of Wales, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. Colebrooke Stockdale, of the...annual muster of the sturdy Highlandmen for their favourite athletic sports and feats of strength or skill...The chief interest lay in the competition for the prizes open to "all comers"...Donald Dinnie...sent the stone over 28 ft. 8 in. and threw the hammer 84 ft. 4 in. The tossing of the caber was, however, the most interesting of any of the competitions; and in this the renowned Donald came off victorious with a remarkably clean "toss, " followed by that of Paton. At the close, Donald, although he had got on his cloak and was retiring, quietly took up the caber, and without the slightest apparent effort turned it over. For the half-mile race, for a prize of £5 offered by Lieutenant-Colonel Farquharson...there were no less than seventeen competitors at the start. The race, which caused much excitement, was very keenly contested, and easily won by Robertson, the Glenisla champion. Considerable interest was also evinced in the dancing of "Ghillie Callum, " which next came off, as well as the dancing of the strathspeys and reels'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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This print captures the vibrant energy and rich tradition of The Gathering of the Highland Clans at Braemar Castle in 1864. In the presence of the Prince and Princess of Wales, this annual event brought together sturdy Highlandmen for a day filled with athletic sports and feats of strength or skill.
The engraving from a sketch by Mr. Colebrooke Stockdale showcases the intense competition for prizes open to all participants. Donald Dinnie's impressive stone throw over 28 ft. 8 in., hammer toss of 84 ft. 4 in., and victorious caber toss were highlights of the day, demonstrating his remarkable athleticism.
The half-mile race, fiercely contested by seventeen competitors, was easily won by Robertson, the Glenisla champion. The dancing competitions added an element of grace to the festivities, with "Ghillie Callum," strathspeys, and reels delighting spectators.
As participants showcased their physical prowess and cultural heritage, onlookers were treated to a spectacle that celebrated both tradition and excellence. This print serves as a timeless reminder of a gathering that united clans in friendly competition and camaraderie against the stunning backdrop of Braemar Castle's majestic surroundings.
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