Accepting the poor research in some quarters and therefore the bad information that is still being perpetrated by certain individuals relating to our family, it is nice to see that more and more commercial enterprises are taking a more factual approach with respect to our name.
This is especially pleasing when a representation of the officially registered Carruthers clan/family tartan, woven by the House of Edgar in Scotland is included in the piece. Further and in this particular instance, the folks involved have also incorporated an accurate rendition of the Carruthers clan badge i.e. a seraphim volant proper. This badge, taken from our chief’s crest, is always depicted as 6 wings, the upper and lower most crossed in saltire and the middle pair spread as in flight. In the centre of these an angelic face sits. To date, all Carruthers arms throughout history have carried angelic crests and our Chief’s crest has existed in this form from at least the 1500’s.
With regards a legitimate representation of our family, Bagtown Clans have done a fine job in thier poster presentation. According to the website, the founder and editor of this site followed his fascination of the rich and varied history of Scotland, with its colourful clans, battles, and traditions, with the production of a website ‘Bagtown Clans’. It seems that in his youth the editor spent many hours reading about the Scotland’s past and learning about its customs and culture.
Delving deeper into the world of Scottish history, his fascination and interest grew where the intricate web of clans has played such a vital role in shaping of the country. From the proud and fierce warrior clans of the Highlands to the more peaceful and prosperous Lowland clans, each has its own unique history and traditions. Sdaly there is no mention of the riding families and graynes that encapsulates the violent anjd bloody times of the border reivers.
However, through his website, he hopes to share his passion for Scottish history with others and provide a comprehensive resource for those interested in learning more about the country’s rich past. From clan histories and tartans to famous battles and cultural traditions, his site covers it all and is well worth a visit.
Below is the poster put together for Carruthers by Bagtown clans, with the mention of other organisations. The Clan Carruthers Society (International). CCS(I), based in Scotland is the only officially recognised societry, authorised by our Chief to represent our Name. However, in covering the several organisations remark, we do have five further recognised regional branches as part of the CCS(I), which are recognised by their use of the official clan tartan and clan crest.
- Clan Carruthers Society (Africa), in membership of the CCS (I)
- Clan Carruthers Society (Australasia), in membership of the CCS (I) and SAHS
- Clan Carruthers Society (Canada), in membership of the CCS (I) and CASSOC
- Clan Carruthers Society (Europe), in membership of the CCS (I)
- Clan Carruthers Society (USA), in membership of the CCS (I) and COSCA
No other group, is officially recognised by our Chief, or our clan or family to represent our Name.
The piece from Bagtown clans
Interestingly, this snippet on our families rich tapestry is limited by space and therefore skirts over the story of Janet and Marion of Mouswald so unable to give the full picture. However, our Chief is mentioned and we thank them for that. Overall, not a bade piece of work, but their article on youtube leaves a lot to be desired as it carries the Bruce tartan rather than our own.
Youtube does however carry two good videos relating to our family, the first on our history, the second, an interview with our former Convenor, now Shennachie to the Chief:
Enjoy!!!
