Virtual Tour

Virtual Tour 

Our Virtual Tour is designed to give anyone who cannot access the museum the chance to learn more about the history of The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. 

The tour includes a voiceover and is subtitled throughout. It includes information about each gallery and the story of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. The virtual tour was supported by Museum Galleries Scotland. 

Any donations are gratefully received. You can donate following the donation button on the top of this page.

Birth of a Regiment 

Our first gallery tells the story of the raising of the regiment and the spiritual home of The Argylls. 

Service to the Crown 

This gallery provides an overview of over two centuries of the regiment.

Our Argyll Family

This gallery celebrates the Argylls’ tradition of caring for and remembering their own. 

Our Scottish Roots

Discover the bonds between the regiment and it’s recruiting areas in Scotland. 

Taken Prisoner

Being taken prisoner is one of the greatest fears of most soldiers. This gallery relates some of the stories of Argylls who were taken Prisoners of War.

Staying Alive

Learn about the impact of warfare and the impact of advances in medicine within the military. 

Fearless in Battle

Discover the integrity, bravery and selfless commitment made by Argylls throughout the regiments history. 

Our Legacy Lives on

This gallery tells the story of the amalgamation of the Argylls into the Royal Regiment of Scotland. 

The Officers Mess

Home the Junior Officers and a place to entertain visitors and keeps the traditions and history of the regiment alive. 

The Last Stand

The final Colours of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. 

The Colours Room

This room takes it’s name from the Colour’s displayed along the ceiling. It also displays an impressive array of famous paintings of the regiment. 

Finish Tour

We hope you have enjoyed the tour of the museum and are able to visit in person to learn more of the history of the regiment.