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Originally Posted by smsmith40
In Edinburgh Castle, the chapel of remeberence holds the great books containing the names of all members of the Scottish regiments to have died in active service. Each regiment has its own books, massive tomes with uncountable names. Tragically, it will soon be time to start a new book.
At least the motto at the bottom of this page is being adopted by the new Regiment. They have a lot to live up to.
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A couple of comments... what is the translation of the motto?
I've been to Edinburgh Castle and seen those books. We're coming back to England next summer (2007) for a month-long pulpit exchange in the Lake District, and will definitely be taking our kids up to the Castle. I'll look for the Black Watch book, for sure.
Finally, I'm serving a church in Hawaii that's very close to Pearl Harbor. We have quite a few military in our congregation (Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force and Marines). Prior to coming to this church, I really had no experience with military folk and their lifestyles. I've been "educated" in many ways, and have come to deeply love the men & women who protect our country, and the difficult job they have to do (often one that is in tension with their faith). I appreciate the depth of the post you made today. Thank you for sharing a part of your heart here.
Peace,
JIM
