This month marks 110 years since the start of the First World War in July 1914. The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regiment expanded at the outbreak of war to meet the demand for more manpower. In addition to the regular 1st and 2nd Battalions, nine Territorial and Service battalions fought on the Western Front, with […]
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This month, we would like to share a some of the museum’s new accessions. The museum collection is always growing as more objects related to the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders are brought to light and many items are accumulated through donation from the public. Read on to learn about several different and interesting items that
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This month, we would like to take a look at the amazing collection that belonged to Sergeant James Fisher who joined the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders in 1901 until 1918 – which means he served in both the Second Boer War and World War One. The relatives of Fisher have shared his story with the
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In October, our new and exciting temporary exhibition “Trench Gardens” was opened. This exhibition is a joint project between The Argyll and Sutherland Museum and the Queen Victoria School (QVS), a local school for students with parents serving in the Armed Forces. This project encourages school students to learn and reflect on the daily lives
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To celebrate Valentine’s Day this year, we delve into some stories of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Sweetheart Brooch. Even in times of war, soldiers were able to connect to their sweethearts through these fascinating romantic tokens of affection. A Sweetheart Brooch was a small brooch that represented the regiment of a soldier, sailor, or
“From Your Ever Loving and Faithful Sweetheart” Read More »
