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Everything You Need To Know About the Scottish Targe

Everything You Need To Know About the Scottish Targe

Posted by The Celtic Croft on Jan 16th 2024

Among the many unique weapons and tools Highlanders carried with them is the famous Scottish targe. A targe, or small shield, is often featured in Scottish warriors' hands as they are charging into b … read more
Spotlight on Welsh tartan history

Spotlight on Welsh tartan history

Posted by The Celtic Croft on Jul 26th 2022

The Celts in Wales The Celts were a people who populated Europe in the Pre-Roman era and are ancestral to several distinct nations today. When looking at historical documentation of the Celts, you mi … read more
Torcs and Their History

Torcs and Their History

Posted by The Celtic Croft on Jun 22nd 2022

What is the Celtic Torc? Essentially, a torc is a thick metal necklace with an opening in front. Torcs have been unearthed dating as far back as 8 B.C. in multiple areas of the world. While not ex … read more
Quintessential Scottish Plants

Quintessential Scottish Plants

Posted by The Celtic Croft on Jun 7th 2022

Scottish Gardens The history of gardening goes back thousands of years. It was both a practical and a beautiful way to grow all kinds of useful plants. And it still is today! With its beautiful green … read more
The Scottish–American Military Society (SAMS)

The Scottish–American Military Society (SAMS)

Posted by The Celtic Croft on May 27th 2022

Scottish-American Military Society Spotlight Also known as SAMS or SAMS-OWN, the Scottish-American Military Society celebrated their 41st year this past April. A group of U.S. Military veterans origi … read more