Who Are The Scots?

A brief history of the origin of the Scots ethnic group and its changes over time.

Gaelic names are pronounced in OLD GAELIC. This is to show the clear link between the English version of names and their Old Gaelic origins. Modern Gaelic has changed in its pronunciation, modern Irish to an even greater degree.

Also note that there is no intent to promote a "pure" Scot, but to demonstrate the core origins and original language. Ethnicity is an evolving thing, as the video shows.

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[janel]

The Scots are GREAT! Gutsy characterful, proud of their heritage. Scotland like Ireland is the land of the soul.

[auh]

Everyone asks who are the Scots, but no one asks how are the Scots.

[peterwilson]

Great. In fact better than great. Superb. Well done on covering all the great events that shaped Scotland. Great also showing the powerful historical link between Scotland and Ireland as equals, as brother nations. Proud as I am to be Irish. I am also full of love for Scotland after living there. Alba and Eire forever :)

[joosisleet]

A Baird (McLean on my mothers side) here, origin derived from the title of druidic rank of bard. True to name I am a story teller, poet and musician, a teller of history by word of mouth. Your work is beyond appreciated and your extensive research does not go unnoticed, I thank you deeply for your time to make these videos.

[cathalodiubhain]

Educational and informative. Its a shame we only have youtube channels like this to learn about ancient history. Most of the history documentaries on Tv revolve around Rome, Greece, Norse and Egypt.

[hikeifulike]

Love this.
Being born in Scotland but growing up in South Africa, we didn't learn about Scottish history or origins.

[seanodonnell]

I can't thank you enough for these videos, the first one I watched was your exhaustive exploration of the Druids and every one I've seen since continues to inform and arouse curiosity. As someone of Irish ancestry it also provides context for things, not just historically but personally. Despite these being tales of people long past, of mythological heroes or gods, they inevitably move me to live my life to a higher standard and devotion, and just as you state at the end "Stand Tall".

[g.odeoradhain]

Fantastic work, as an ethnic Gael I am incredibly happy to see this type of content, content which continues to support the Gaelic people and their culture, when others have tried to quieten it

[jessicarichter]

I’m English and love my Scottish neighbours. I love learning more about Scottish history and world history in general. You did a good job with this video.

[mollymcnaughton]

I'm so happy to have run across this! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇨🇮

[SquireWaldo]

My only quibble is that although you included a few mentions of the Scandinavian influence I think you understated it.

[adamturner]

Scottish history is absolutely fascinating

[ahistoryofanything]

Hey Fortress, you actually helped inspire me to create my own history-focused channel! Thank you for your diligent and entertaining work.

[DianeHasHopeInChrist]

You are awesome!!
Thank you for the hard work that you put into this and into all your channel's videos! My husband is 100% Scot 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
I am half Finn 🇫🇮; half Irish 🇮🇪. My maternal grandparents off the boat from Helsinki & Father straight from a village outside of Dublin.
Your information is so thorough.
God bless you in all your endeavors! ☺

[interneteditor]

I love that you pronounce Alba properly. Great films, thanks for all the work put in.

[mortonwilson]

Fascinating - thank you for this. My Mother moved from Glasgow to New Zealand when she was 7 and I grew up with her older brothers and sisters and various cousins in the 60's - they were a big family. My father was born in NZ. One day I'll make the trip over!

[giuseppersa]

Greetings to you Kevin.. I've just watched this episode all over again and it's mind blowing how much research you put into your work! Well done and thank you 😊🌹

[maureen]

I am Scottish, father Scottish mother Irish I also have french blood through my paternal great grandfather who was a Bréton married my paternal great grandmother who was from Wexford (Ireland) Though living in Ireland for many, many years my heart is in the beautiful Highlands of Scotland.

[niceadz]

Scotland is the best small country in the world.
Amazing history, stunning landscapes, welcoming people, and their contribution to the world as we know it is unparalleled

[vaughnmcclain]

Thank you for your in depth history documentaries, especially that of Scotland.
Vaughn MacLean