Highland Bagpiper

Pawn
Bannockburn Scottish (Light) Side

Available only with complete set

During the long years when his wife Elizabeth was held captive by the English, Bruce developed a strong relationship with one, Christina McRauarie of Garmoran. A powerful clan leader, she attracted Bruce as a warrior and a woman of great influence. That relationship developed into a passionate affair, with Christina providing both love and shelter for Bruce at times of severe oppression. Strange as it may seem, she became great friends with Elizabeth after the queen was released from imprisonment. The relationship and circumstances were understood by both.

While many of the clans supported Bruce in his long struggle this is one of the many pipers provided by McRauarie to stir the blood of the fighting Scots. As a historic note, it was most likely that bagpipes of the time had two pipes only and not three as shown in the figure.

Highland Bagpiper

Pawn
Bannockburn Scottish (Light) Side

Available only with complete set

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