·
5 мин
Слушать

The Black Watch Memorial

Ye Sons of Mars, it gives me great

To think there has been erected a handsome

In memory of the Black Watch, which is magnificent to see,

Where they first were embodied at Aberfeldy.

And as a Highland regiment they are worthy of what has been done for them,

Because a more courageous regiment we cannot find of

Who have bravely fought and bled in defence of their country,

Especially in the Ruusian War and Soudan War they made their enemies flee.

The monument I hope will stand secure for many a long day,

And may the people of Aberfeldy always feel gay;

As they gaze upon the beautiful Black Watch monument,

I hope they will think of the brave soldiers and feel content. 'Twas in the year of 1887, and on Saturday the 12th of November,

Which the people of Aberfeldy and elsewhere will remember,

Who came all the way from Edinburgh,

Glasgow,

Perth and Dundee,

Besides the Pitlochry Volunteers headed the procession right manfully.

And the Perthshire Rifies joined the procession with their pipe band,

Then followed a detachment of the 42nd Righlanders so grand,

Under the command of Lieutenant

Cleod,

Whose duty if was to represent the regiment of which he felt proud.

The pipe band of the Glasgow Highlanders also were there,

And Taymouth Brass Band, which discoursed sweet music I do declare;

Also military officers and the magistrates of Aberfeldy,

While in the rear came the members of Committee.

There were also Freemasons,

Foresters, all in a row,

And wearing their distinctive regalias, which made a great show;

And the processionists were formed into three sides of a

Around the monument, while the music of the bands did rend the air.

The noble Marquis of Breadalbane arrived on the ground at 1.30,

Escorted by a guard of honour and his pipe band;

Then the bands struck up, and the pipes were set a bumming,

And all with one accord played up the "Campbell's are Coming." Then his Lordship ascended a platform on the north side of the monument,

And the bands played cheerfully till their breath was almost spent;

Then his Lordship received three ringing cheers from the people there,

Then he requested the Rev.

John

Lean to open the proceedings with prayer.

And after the prayer,

Major Menzies stepped

And said, "Ladies and gentlemen, for the Black Watch I have great regard;

And the duty I have to perform gives me great content,

And that is to ask the noble Marquis to unveil this monument." Then he handed the noble Marquis a Lochaber axe to unveil the Monument,

And the Marquis said, "Sir, to your request I most willingly consent."Then he unveiled the monument in memory of the gallant Forty-twa,

While the bands played up the "Highland Laddie" as loud as they could blaw.

And when the bands ceased playing the noble Marquis said,"This monument I declare is very elegantly made,

And its bold style is quite in keeping with the country I find,

And the Committee were fortunate in obtaining so able a designer as Mr.

Rhind." Then, turning to the Chief Magistrate of Aberfeldy,

He said, "Sir,

I have been requested by the

To give you the deed conveying the monument to your care,

With the feu-charter of the ground, therefore, sir,

I'd have you beware." Then the Chief Magistrate Forbes to Lord Breadalbane said,"My noble Lord,

I accept the charge, and you needn't be afraid.

Really it gives me much pleasure in accepting as I now do from

This Memorial, along with the deeds, on behalf of Aberfeldy." Then Major Menzies proposed three cheers for the burgh of Aberfeldy,

And three cheers were given right heartily.

Then the Taymouth Band played "God Save the 8ueen,"Then the processionists marched to the New Public School, happy and serene.

Then there was a banquet held in the school,

At which three hundred sat down and ate till they were full;

And Lord Breadalbane presided, and had on his right,

Magistrates,

Colonels, end Provosfs, a most beautiful sight.

And the toast of "The Queen," "Prince and Princess of Wales," were given,

Wishing them prosperity while they are living;

Then the noble Chairman proposed "The Army,

Navy and Volunteers,"Which was loudly responded to with three loud cheers.

Then Colonel Smith, of the Highland Volunteers, from Bonnie

Replied for the Volunteers right manfully.

Then the noble Chairman said, "The toast I have now to

Is long life and prosperity to the Royal Highlanders in spite of their foes." Then the toast was drnnk with Highland honours and

While Pipe-Major

Dougall played "The 42nd March at Waterloo."So ended the proceedings in honour of the Black Watch, the bravest of men,

And the company with one accord sung the National Anthem.

On a plaque set into the base of the Memorial is inscribed:

IS

IS

ED

UL

ND

NG

IN

OF

HE

NG

ER AT

IN

ER

OF

HE

IX

NT

DS

ED TO

OF

HE

AN

BH" OR

CK

CH

HO

ER

IN

US

TS OF

HE

RE

ED

TO A

ED

HE 43rd

ND

HE 42nd

AL

SE

ST

OK

CE IN

AY 1740

AR

ND

SO IN

OF

HE

UR

ND

CH

VE

ER

CE

HE

RS OF

IS

NG

TS

US

ER IN

NY

SA.

D. 1667

0
0
18
Подарок

William Topaz McGonagall

William Topaz McGonagall (March 1825 – 29 September 1902) was an Irish weaver, poet and actor who lived in Scotland. He won notoriety as an extr…
Комментарии
Вам нужно войти , чтобы оставить комментарий
Сегодня читают
Ryfma
Ryfma - это социальная сеть для публикации книг, стихов и прозы, для общения писателей и читателей. Публикуй стихи и прозу бесплатно.