As we mentioned in our annual minutes Clan Smith Society has bought one of these Culloden
Stones to be placed on the Culloden walk. Clan Smith Society ordered a stone which is 100 mm by
200 mm with our society's name on the stone. The cost of this particular stone was $135.00 US. If any
of our members are interested in perhaps purchasing
a stone in memory or in honor of someone you can go their website or you can contact them by mail for
the prices of the stones according to size and number of letters. Here is more information about the
stones themselves taken from their brochure and website..
way, allowing visitors to draw their own conclusions about the rising, the battle and its consequences.
Contact Address, email, and telephone number, plus website address:
Culloden Walk Administrator
Development Department
The National Trust for Scotland
Wemyss House
28 Charlotte Square
Edinburgh, Scotland
EH2 4ET
DDl: +44 (0)131 243 9433
Fax: +44 (0)131243 9301
Email: cullodenwalkadmin@nts.org.uk
Website address: http://www.culloden.org/english/index.html
Sale of Swords to be Banned in Scotland
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Gordon Nicolson, of Nicolson Highlandwear, expressed concern for the future of Scotland's sword manufacturers,
who sell the items to collectors around the world. "It is part of our history and part of our culture and we have to be able to
use it," he said. "In certain circumstances, it is required to give
authenticity to our heritage and to throw that away in a blanket ban seems nonsensical."
A petition to the Scottish Parliament, led by the campaigners Save Our Swords, received more than 2,000
signatures. Campaigners argue that a ban is an unwarranted infringement of the rights of swordspersons, including
collectors, martial artists, sports fencers, Highland dancers and historical re-enactors. A number of shows at the Edinburgh
Festival this year feature swords, including Chanbara, a samurai sword show at the Pleasance.
Masa Ogawa, a founder of Yamato - the company staging the show, agreed that swords must be used responsibly.
He said: "It will be a pity for martial arts enthusiasts... But the sword needs to be given more respect, it is not a play thing.
"It is key to consider the sword as a spirit and to pay it due
consideration."
On the Clan Smith Society website we have links to more articles about the banning of swords in Scotland. We
are certain that most members of Clan Smith Society will be watching this topic with great interest in the coming weeks
and months..
A Special Thank You!
We extend a special thank-you to Debbie and Mike Clark for their donation toward paying for the
Culloden stone for Clan Smith Society. We also thank them for paying for the games fees for the Greenville games and
for their generous contribution toward paying for the Gatlinburg games. Bless you both for your generosity!
We also extend a special thank-you to Marilyn and Sharon Culler for their generous donation toward paying
for fees for having a tent at the games.
We also thank Dr. Nat Smith for his donation for Clan Smith Society expenses!
Bless you all for your generosity!!
The Culloden Stones
The Culloden Stones are made from finest quality Caithness stone, quarried from the north of Scotland.
They are individually engraved and hand finished with an
appropriate message of your choice. These stones will last
for many years to come and allow a strong bond with one
of the most significant battlefield sites in history.
Your stones will be laid in the Culloden Walk pathway alongside those of others from around the world.
The Walk will be located in the approach to the Visitor Centre, a lasting reminder to all who visit and those who
have contributed to such a symbolic heritage site.
Each stone will have its own Certificate of Authenticity mailed to you with your inscription so that
you can frame it or give it to a friend or family as an excellent gift.
Inscription ideas can include names, birthdays, anniversaries, quotes in keeping with the setting.
How you can help
The Trust needs to raise 1.95 million pounds ($3.6m) to
complete this world-class visitor centre. Please consider
sponsoring a stone to demonstrate your lasting support.
The National Trust for Scotland is a registered
charity SC 007410
Replica Stones
In addition to buying a stone to be laid in the walk you can also purchase replica stones to keep at home.
Each one an exact replica of the stone laid in the walk.
The Culloden Walk
On 16th April 1746, Government forces led by the Duke of Cumberland defeated the army of Prince
Charles Edward Stuart and ended hopes of restoring the Jacobite Stuarts to the British throne.
The battle staged on open moorland, saw a decisive victory for the 9000 strong Government army.
Within one hour, the 5000 hungry and exhausted Jacobite soldiers were defeated and the rebellion crushed.
Culloden represents a turning point in Scottish history. In the years following the battle, many
Highlanders sought to begin new lives around the world, free from the oppression they faced in their homeland.
The National Trust for Scotland is now the custodian of this internationally significant site. As part of
the 2007 Highland Year of Culture, the Trust will open a brand new Visitor Centre explaining a complex story in a
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