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23 AUGUST
On 23 August 1918 Private Hugh McIver MM, whilst serving with the 2nd Battalion on the Western Front near Courcelles-le-Comte, near Arras, northern France, displayed conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty in single-handedly capturing an enemy machine-gun position thus enabling the company to advance unchecked. For his gallantry Private McIver was awarded the Victoria Cross.
passed by his memorial plaque yesterday ,outside the linwood centre building
It is with great sadness that I report the death on Saturday 19th August at 3.15am of Mr Thomas (Tam) Buchanan (88). Tam passed a way at Victoria Hospital Kirkcaldy after Battling Dementia and Cancer. All our thoughts are with his family and friends. Further details will be promulgated when known.
Cheers Tam thanks for letting us know about the sad loss of Tam Buchanan our thoughts are with the Family at this time
and from Dave ref Sharon Gilmour wife of Billy who I knew before he became a WO 2 a lovely lad .
Alex Moore
Vice Chairman Southern Branch
No bother Alex least we could do,she had a lovely send off in Newcastle with her family she will be with Billy now.
Regards
Dave & Janet
Dickson
Sharon Gilmour funeral service took place at Tynemouth crematorium North Shields on Thursday the 17th of August a private family service for her immediate family and friends where her life was celebrated, thanks go from the family for the kind words from members of the Regiment who new Sharon and Billy our wives also served.
Regards
Dave & Janet
Thanks Dave for letting us know.
No bother Charlie she got a lovely send off
Regards
Dave
EAST OF SCOTLAND BRANCH JOINT SUMMER PARTY. SAT 26th AUG,
Now just 2 weeks to our joint East of Scotland Branch & East Lothian Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Club Summer Party.
To date we have 78 attending our party. We still have plenty room for another 20.
For catering purposes we require names attending and paid by close of play on Monday 21st August.
Great night lined up:
Summer time tunes all night from Good Vibration Disco,
Raffle and special Raffle for everyone attending.
Buffet.
Cost £20.
Payment: Please make payment too:
Account Name: East of Scotland Branch, The Royal Scots Association
Account Number: 00165096
Account Sort Code: 83-26-20
Please put as a reference: Your Name/Summer Party.
Once you have paid, please inform one of the following, Chairman, Secretary or Treasurer so your name can be added to the nominal roll.
For more information, contact Tom Logan. Jamie Colquhoun or Ian Fair.
EAST OF SCOTLAND BRANCH.
Date of next meeting for East Of Scotland Branch, will take place on Saturday 19th August 1930hrs at Prestonpans British Legion.
Everyone welcome
Autumn Nagpore Dinner Night
This event will be held in the Royal Scots Club on the evening of the 23rd Sep 23. This event is open to all RS Regimental Family; Spouse’s/Partners/Relatives or even just bring a good friend. You are requested to arrive for 19:00 hrs with Dinner being served at 19:30hrs.
Cost. £35 per person, to include a three-course dinner and coffee, with two glasses of wine served at the table. A cash bar will also be available prior to, during and after the meal.
Dress. For gentlemen, suits, blazers, or jackets. Regimental ties, No medals.
If you require further information please contact Mr Paul Robertson (paulrobertson3381@gmail.com) or Mr David Milne (david.milne3343@live.co.uk)
I happened to be in the company of some Old Royals last evening, in the course of which the annual Nagpore Dinner was referred to with anticipation. I have already bought two tickets.
We all know that Nagpore is a battle honour unique to our Regiment because the 2nd Battalion was the sole British Army battalion to participate. The other Regiments of the Crown were Indian, some of whom likewise were awarded the battle honour.
What may be less well known is that the Battle was fought, at Nagpore in central India, in 1817 in the course of the Mahratta Wars. 2 RS had marched 230 miles in twelve days to be involved in two actions. In the first of these, 75 guns and 50 elephants were captured. While the bulk of 2 RS continued to lay siege to Nagpore, the flank companies formed part of a force that routed other rebels at Meheidpoor. The battle honours Nagpore and Meheidpoor were both carried on the Regimental Colour.
REGIMENTAL BAND LUNCH
We’re now on the short countdown to the first Regimental Band reunion since before Covid, which in itself is something to celebrate.
We will gather in the Main Lounge of the RS Club at 1215 on Saturday 30th September, for lunch in the Douglas Room at 1300.
The proforma with all relevant details has been issued and returns are coming in. Many thanks to those who have submitted returns to date. Those who have not yet done so, are requested to do so by 25th August so that arrangements can be finalised.
Any Band members who have not yet registered interest in attending can do so by either contacting me at wjblythe@hotmail.com or by going to the Upcoming Events page where the proforma can be downloaded. There are still some seats at the table!
Jim Blythe
THE ROYALS SCOTS MUSEUM REMEMBRANCE WEEK EXHIBITION AT DALKEITH PALACE 4 – 8 NOVEMBER 2023
THE EXHIBITION The Royal Scots Museum will hold a temporary exhibition at Dalkeith Palace during Remembrance Week 4 – 8 November. Its aim is to illustrate the importance of Remembrance, especially of Royal Scots fallen, concentrating on the period from the Boer War right up to 2006. The exhibition will also cover the role of Dalkeith Palace in two World Wars and refers to the Lord Henry Scott who served in the 3rd Militia Battalion The Royal Scots during the Boer War and was a founding father of The Royal Scots War Memorial Club. Partners in the exhibition also include the Dalkeith Museum, The Royal Scots Club, Poppyscotland, Royal Scots historical re-enactors, National Records Scotland and others. The target audience includes the good folk of Dalkeith, Midlothian and beyond. Organised visits by local schools are also scheduled. The exhibition will be followed by our annual Royal Scots Remembrance events at the Glencorse Memorial Gates, the Regimental Monument in Princes Street Gardens and others throughout the Regimental area.
PONTIUS PILATES BODYGUARD VOLUNTEERS In order to ensure success, we are assembling a body of Pontius Pilates Bodyguard Volunteers to act as guides – and we need a few more. Although it would be ideal for all PPBG Volunteers to be available for the whole period, a day or two here and there would be equally welcome. This request is directed especially at Old Royals, most having served in the Regiment from the 1960s onwards and who will be familiar with much of the subject matter from personal experience.
Anyone interested should drop me an email to wjblythe@hotmail.com, without commitment, for further information.
Jim Blythe
RS Museum Volunteer
Sad news:Early this morning Sharon Gilmour widow of Billy Gilmour formerly WO2 MTWO 1RS passed away peacefully at home in Newcastle after a losing her brave struggle with cancer our thoughts are with all the family at such a sad & difficult time.
So sad another Angel in disguise gone to fetch her wings and watch over all she loved eternally.
Condolences to the family,Regimental Family and friends.
Fly high with the Angels Sharon back in the arms of Billy.xx
She would’ve appreciated the sentiment in your message Stewart she a lovely send off in Newcastle with many remembered good times with her and Billy.
Regards
Dave
So sad to hear of the passing of snaron
Funeral arrangements for John Canning are as follows:-
Wednesday 16thAugust at 1240hrs pm
Newcastle (Bradwell) crematorium,
Chatterley Close,
Bradwell,
Newcastle-under-Lyme,
ST5 8LE
Sad to hear of Sharon’s passing.
Condolences to the family at this sad time.
Jimmy and Gill
She had a lovely send off from Family & Friends the funeral was well attended Jim
Regards
Dave