Did The Roman Empire Conquer Scotland?

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  • The Roman Empire in Scotland. Were we conquered? Scottish history tour guide, Bruce Fummey takes you to a Roman turf Fort and a Pictish hillfort and the Antonine Wall to talk about the Romans in Britain from a Scottish point of view.... and Who Were the Picts?
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  • @ScotlandHistoryTours
    @ScotlandHistoryTours  2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    More about The Picts in this video th-cam.com/video/Dk0C57woplQ/w-d-xo.html

    • @kaikito2348
      @kaikito2348 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Instantly deleted? Well, you glorified pub bore, the walls and the battles are all Picts. Scots only began to arrive here from the 5th century onwards.By the time they had their first king - in the 9th century - they barely constituted 10% of the population. WE HAVE SOD ALL TO DO WITH THE ROMANS; WE ARE, BASICALLY, IRISH. Okay?!

    • @NorrinRaddNorrinRadd
      @NorrinRaddNorrinRadd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That title is a bald faced lie, because when the Romans were in the British isles there was no such place as scotland, because the area known now as scotland only became scotland when the Ulster tribe of Scot’s(that should’ve been scoti) invaded the far north of Britain, and created what became scotland………….
      And the term Picts is a Roman term for the most northerly of the British tribes, who painted woad pictures
      (or possibly tattooed pictures, depending on the Roman source that you are reading, but some tattooing was used for pinpointing acupuncture points that were needed, at least five thousand years ago(which is 2.5 to 3 thousand years before the chinese supposedly invented acupuncture) which was shown to be a fact when they investigated the body of Oetzi who died five thousand years ago)
      all over their bodies instead of being totally covered in woad, and they were not a part of the tribe from Ulster who were the original and only Scots(scoti)…………

    • @NorrinRaddNorrinRadd
      @NorrinRaddNorrinRadd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      And the scoti invaded from the 5th C to 7th C, which is where the term scotland comes from, and the confusion is caused by the use of the term latin scholars, who are just roman catholic priests who were basically lying to cover up the reality of their invasion………….

    • @wgrady222
      @wgrady222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm really interested in the Picts , I live in Dundee. I love your stories

    • @Dinaw77
      @Dinaw77 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NorrinRaddNorrinRadd I find the use of woad by the Picts debatable.
      Romans may have equated the paintings and tattoos with their use of it.

  • @melissavancleave8686
    @melissavancleave8686 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are a true tribute to your beloved Scotland.

  • @waynekerrgoodstyle
    @waynekerrgoodstyle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    Excellent story telling Bruce. You actually sounded like you'd been there and experienced each and everry event that you described.

  • @WeBreakGTi
    @WeBreakGTi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +135

    It’s been said before but you should be narrating history programs on tv. Keep up the great work!

    • @pjmoseley243
      @pjmoseley243 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bruce is a great story teller.

    • @yorky9585
      @yorky9585 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Why who watches TV anymore ?

    • @matty6848
      @matty6848 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Who even watches regular TV anymore? Streaming services are the future. Netflix, TH-cam, Amazon prime, Disney plus are the future, the likes of the BBC, ITV days are numbered..

    • @yorky9585
      @yorky9585 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@matty6848 exactly what I thought Matt

    • @pjmoseley243
      @pjmoseley243 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@matty6848 I watch TV and I live stream as well. got to take you tube with a big pinch of salt lots of fake stuff on you tube.

  • @tomhenderson2575
    @tomhenderson2575 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Wow! The best of the many history lessons from Brice Fummey.

  • @fearthekilt
    @fearthekilt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    That was one of the best vids Bruce! I enjoyed that immensely. Loved the historical monologues, very entertaining. Thanks for the wonderful story and good morning from America.

  • @trenae77
    @trenae77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    As a former educator I LOVE the narrative timeline format. Taking events and timelines and converting them to eras lived and the true people who occupied them. This is why historical preservation is such an important endeavor for all people and places. It’s one thing to read it in a book; quite another to dig through diaries, oral histories, study archaeological research and bring the voice of the past into the present.

  • @artfuldodganz9037
    @artfuldodganz9037 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Never thought I would have seen an Otago Highlanders jersey on this channel, great content as always, keep it up mate. Chur from New Zealand.

  • @MrValentineful
    @MrValentineful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Bruce, you are truly something special. I appreciate your hard work more than I know how to express.

  • @georgefuters7411
    @georgefuters7411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Bruce, you've surpassed yourself with this one. Immersive and engrossing, informative and inspirational with just a soupcon of humour. An educational brain feast to take us out of our contemporary woes!
    Love it... it's even better on second and third viewing.
    T'apu leibh, duinne beag! 😉

  • @ianlaw6410
    @ianlaw6410 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    The best analysis of how the Caledonian tribes managed Roman aggression that I have seen. We know from the behaviour of invaders and defenders throughout history that those who flee advancing armies join with those who resist the invaders. Alliances are built and resistance strengthens. Invaders' supply lines get cut, trading ceases and occupation becomes untenable. If the Caledonian's had wanted to be Roman, north of Hadrian's Wall would have been indistinguishable from south of it. The fertile central lands of what are now East Lothian, Fife Angus and Aberdeenshire would have seen generations of Roman farms with villas, temples and baths. The old tribes said "no" to that, and with good reason. If they hadn't stood together, there would have been only one invasion and one long occupation of Caledonia. They clearly had a firm concept of "the north", held and shared by many clans, as being a single entity, when it came to defending it.

  • @CreateYourFateBrazil
    @CreateYourFateBrazil 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    This was a great video, I always love hearing how Scottish tribes came together to fight off an impending invasion from army’s who came from overseas and took a foothold in the south to take us

  • @melvynblunt
    @melvynblunt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The best ever. Great story, even greater story telling. Thanks Bruce.

  • @pollyduron674
    @pollyduron674 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This way of telling the story was genuinely moving. Your words as actual people made it hit home. This was one of my favorite videos so far. Excellent!

  • @buckieloon
    @buckieloon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    A fantastic production Bruce and great story telling as always ! Very well done 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @chodgon1981
    @chodgon1981 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I live on the Antonine Road and the wall runs behind my home through the Cleddans farm. Also a druids temple at knappers farm in clydebank with ancient artifacts found in the area as well as a Roman distance slab now on display in the Hunterian museum.

  • @junestewart5098
    @junestewart5098 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Brilliantly done Bruce ! Loved the different generational characterisations that brought their lives very much alive !

  • @johnedmond9469
    @johnedmond9469 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Really well put.
    Can remember sitting by the coal fire before bedtime and saying, or asking, " Dad, Scotland is the bestest country in the world, isn't it?"
    " Of course Son , bedtime."

  • @GaryGlass-DriftwoodTurner
    @GaryGlass-DriftwoodTurner ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This for me is the best video you have done so far Bruce, I couldn't take my eyes or ears off it, simply love the format of this one. Almost felt like we were there with the characters you were portraying. Excellent!

  • @martynneeson5668
    @martynneeson5668 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I was born and live in Shetland. The broch of mousa is amazing I've had the privilege of working on its restoration a few years back.
    If you travel to the village of mossbank and walk down to the lighthouse you will find the remains of another broch upon which the lighthouse was built a number of years ago.
    The south end of Shetland and lerwick is bursting with well preserved ancient buildings, but as you travel north you will find that the local authority cares very little for preserving the past. It would be greatly appreciated if you made reference to this.

    • @helenswan705
      @helenswan705 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      the broch features in one of the Ian Rankin stories, and also in a recent edition of Radio Scotland's Out of Doors.

  • @TheSuperTrickey
    @TheSuperTrickey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Really enjoyed this one, thank you very much as always. English born and living in Shropshire but currently enjoying your content from the not so sunny Isle of Benbecula! Scottish culture really is my passion and I continue to enjoy my daily viewings of your videos!

  • @nancyM1313
    @nancyM1313 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Wonderful video Bruce. Love your passion for History. If I close my eyes I believe Iam listening to first hand experience.
    Stay safe and have a great weekend.
    ❤🕊❤

  • @01karmacop
    @01karmacop 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A true Scotsman keeping it alive. Watching from Scotland peace and love to all

  • @elijahduncan4131
    @elijahduncan4131 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the Highlanders rugby top. As someone who is from dunedin people are very proud of our scottish history. Great video

    • @ScotlandHistoryTours
      @ScotlandHistoryTours  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Elijah, here's the link for Dunedin live shows. I'd be really grateful if you'd help by spreading the word far and wide Let's fill this place www.dunedinfringe.nz/events/stories-of-scotland

    • @elijahduncan4131
      @elijahduncan4131 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ScotlandHistoryTours Yup of course. Told my Grandma and she said she'll be there and she's telling all of her friends.

  • @isabelstokes4042
    @isabelstokes4042 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a proud Scot, this makes me feel very proud, but the humorous style of narration is what keeps me riveted. I'll be a frequent watcher from now on!

  • @arrowflyer5544
    @arrowflyer5544 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Such a good story. One of your best. Wife & I loved it.

  • @lynnemurphy114
    @lynnemurphy114 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved it 💚👌 Narrator....you were them in sprit.Bravo Mr Bruce ☘️👌

  • @annasaylor3566
    @annasaylor3566 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Through your telling of this story; I felt the pain, distain and anger of the characters involved. It also made me feel all of those things. Thank you Bruce. 🌹🦋❤️☮️

  • @Scampi141
    @Scampi141 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Bloody hell this was amazing. Gave me goosebumps

  • @whitleybayman123
    @whitleybayman123 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Niether was Northumberland, my home county which was on Scotlands side of the wall which is always forgotton and why we in Northumberland feel like the Scots our brothers

    • @thejamesieboy
      @thejamesieboy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It always make me laugh when English complain about Scotland, and say they should rebuild Hadrian's wall. I just think "Great we'll get Northumberland 😀" . The numpties down south don't realise it's NOT the border lol, and when I say "Down south" I don't mean Northumberian's, I mean proper down south (Northmubrians are our pals in exile lol.)

  • @williammorrison5678
    @williammorrison5678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad you're here. Thanks!

  • @fijack4290
    @fijack4290 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I really enjoyed this one, Bruce. Very informative and educational. Keep up the good work. Tioraidh an dràsta!

  • @ChrisM541
    @ChrisM541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely riveting. This is so incredibly well done...it should be broadcast on TV and shown in every school.

  • @Ganjusan
    @Ganjusan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Some of your finest work here! I live in Bridge of Earn and coincidentally went up Dron Hill the other night to visit the Roman fortress that remains up there for the first time. It was great to finally see it but your storytelling here has given it an even deeper meaning!

  • @philburns5050
    @philburns5050 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am english and I am happy to say that I was fortunate to fall upon you videos and find them very interesting and entertaining.
    Thank you for opening my eyes and the eyes of your followers.

  • @angusdrummond6719
    @angusdrummond6719 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very well done Bruce. Loved This!

  • @bartstarr100
    @bartstarr100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your enthusiasm for history is greatly appreciated.

  • @ericbess9141
    @ericbess9141 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As always a great telling of a story thank you for the education

  • @jeffreyelliott713
    @jeffreyelliott713 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If any of those wonderful videos have taught me anything, it's to get out of Glasgow and see the countryside. So much history in our soil.

  • @johnmacdonald1878
    @johnmacdonald1878 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I lived just north of Roman Road and walked along Antonine Road on the way to school. Almost 50 years ago in P7 we joined in and took part in excavation of a Roman Fort and Bathouse across from the School. I think I found some early twentieth century broken pottery and glass.
    It’s was an interesting afternoon. I have been back and stood in the Old Roman Bath with my Canadian kids who had never seen anything older than about 150 years. We also visited the Antonine wall for a walk.
    I always just figured the Romans Came, Saw, Decided the place was to much bother and Left.

  • @fuzielectron5172
    @fuzielectron5172 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Great video Mr Fumey, I hugely enjoyed it, living within a mile of the preserved section of the Antonine wall I was surprised by how so few of my school friends knew about it. Perhaps my advantage was that an unpreserved section ran along the boundary line of my Grandfathers back garden, being curious to the purpose of this abandoned strip of land he explained the story of the wall to me and if I walked a few miles I could see the preserved section. Game on.
    A couple of years later a family friend took me shooting for the first time I was twelve and while walking up birds he asked if I was interested in history and knew about the local Broch, I don't know what was more fun that day, shooting the guns or walking on the rim of the remains of the at that time unvandalised Broch, thinking about it's location and the nearby Roman wall

    • @liampaterson3424
      @liampaterson3424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes it's an amazing piece of history. My father also lived near the wall (Dullater) and we were always going for wanders up and down it.

    • @fuzielectron5172
      @fuzielectron5172 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@liampaterson3424I'm glad our predecessors took the time to protect some of the better sections for future generations. The section I'm familiar with is just outside Bonnybridge running alongside the Forth and Clyde Canal. Those Romans had big ideas.....

    • @eamonnclabby7067
      @eamonnclabby7067 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@fuzielectron5172 indeed this is a story all about that section, maybe more tales to come..? Thank you and Liam for sharing this with us all,best wishes from the wirral peninsula bounded by the mersey and the Dee and the Irish sea...geography and rhyme...E

    • @fuzielectron5172
      @fuzielectron5172 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@eamonnclabby7067 more stories I hope so.. I cycled and walked all over that area growing up and it has lots of history. Between your lot and our lot it must have been a miserable posting for a Roman Legionnaire lol.
      I used to walk to Torwood and for years wondered what the Blue Pool was about, it could be seen from the footpath path, thanks to the internet I found out about it's purpose about a decade ago.

    • @eamonnclabby7067
      @eamonnclabby7067 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fuzielectron5172 look forward to seeing your stories...cheers/slainte...E

  • @maddog.mcewan
    @maddog.mcewan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    2nd Gen McDonald McEwan living in South Africa.... LOVE yer channel Bruce!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @jacquelineelsner5120
    @jacquelineelsner5120 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a guy you are, Bruce Fummey! Thank you.

  • @madscientistmtg
    @madscientistmtg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Outstanding video! The storytelling made it feel emotional and personal.

  • @ronaldneal1222
    @ronaldneal1222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! you've out done yourself. An outstanding persentation .. the recital made me proud of my Scottish heritage, my Celtic roots. Born of those from the Isles and natives of America I enjoy and somewhat identify with you as mixed race.. I enjoy your gift. thanks for sharing Scotland with with all the world.

  • @jackedgorilla9799
    @jackedgorilla9799 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great stuff Bruce, like learning the history of your country.
    Love from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

  • @amandagraham4254
    @amandagraham4254 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely love your channel, and everyone else is right. You should be on TV. Your narration is so engrossing. Thank you 😊

  • @marksadventures3889
    @marksadventures3889 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You're the history teacher we never had Bruce, to be fair, Mr. Davis, Brynn, was a good history master and would regale us with tails of daring do by Greeks, Romans, Babylonians, even the Welsh kings and I think made some mention of the Celts of the North and Ireland. He wasn't keen on the English so as part Scot I was safe, especially being from the Gales and the other side of Kernow, the Kernowek closer relations of the Cymraig. I used to be able to speak quite some Cymraig as a boy.
    This section of Scots history I knew some of but not enough, thanks for filling in my gaps. I really liked the quotes as the descendants of past kings, it brings it all to life. I'm very thankful for the videos you bring us and when back on my feet and back to work soon, I'll not forget thee and send a few sheckels - Dinari? Talent?

  • @georgeross9834
    @georgeross9834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great show, way better than I expected.

  • @nollem41
    @nollem41 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    lived on the island of Unst for 2 years and I am sure there are many viking burials untouched on that Island.

    • @ScotlandHistoryTours
      @ScotlandHistoryTours  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      We'll hopefully touch that island next week

    • @eamonnclabby7067
      @eamonnclabby7067 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ScotlandHistoryTours That sounds intriguing..

  • @BocaBhoy
    @BocaBhoy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad this video (channel) popped up on my feed randomly today, absolutely brilliant story telling! Off to the fridge for a beer while I binge watch the rest of the videos 😁🍻 mon eh Scotland!!! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

    • @ScotlandHistoryTours
      @ScotlandHistoryTours  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome aboard!

    • @BocaBhoy
      @BocaBhoy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ScotlandHistoryTours thank you brother! FYI all content I’ve watched since has been amazing sir thank you! When I first started watching I thought ‘hey this guy look like my uncles friend’ then into the videos I felt your character, attitude and the pure passion reminds me of my uncle himself... I can’t wait to show them the channel (I know they’ll be binge watching all content too😁) bravo Bruce! 👏🏼

  • @kariannecrysler640
    @kariannecrysler640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My deepest thanks to the supporters of this channel!
    💚💙🍀💙💚👍👍

  • @MrAKhiker
    @MrAKhiker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely brilliant, Bruce!

  • @howler6490
    @howler6490 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Grand show bruce...liked the step style...
    Ah think it's time to get a wheen o' roman brickies ower here tae fix up that wa' at the solway...ah've a feelin' that wa' will be needed in the near future...

  • @williamevans5782
    @williamevans5782 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think you had fun doing this one. Scotland the Brave!

  • @glynprice3815
    @glynprice3815 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent content. Been watching for a few months and this is the best.

  • @geowidman
    @geowidman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your stories captivate so well just the audio by itself is enough. Congratulations, and Thank You for making each Saturday so looked forward to.

  • @resourcedragon
    @resourcedragon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Very interesting thank you. I'd always imagined the logistics of conquering Scotland had defeated the Romans. They had good, fast transportation and communications for the time but the lands we now call Scotland, Ireland and Scandinavia were just a little bit too far for them.

  • @radge6579
    @radge6579 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely brilliant 👏 Nice one Bruce! You're fast becoming a living legend. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @systemSkynet
    @systemSkynet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really enjoyed this episode

  • @leethstarwatcher
    @leethstarwatcher 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Holy cow Bruce! That was an awesome wee production! Loved the storytelling! I'm kinda hoping you continue it, moving further forward to the shaping of Scotland.

  • @seandrew7837
    @seandrew7837 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best wishes from Wallsend 👍

  • @robertolds6178
    @robertolds6178 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow. That was great. Loved the presentation.

  • @hotelsierra86
    @hotelsierra86 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Incidentally,a friend of mine was coming back from a night out with her boyfriend ,when they decided to pull up in a lay -by a little outside Coldstream,as I recall,to “discuss politics “ It was a dark winters night. They “discussed politics “for mebbe ten or fifteen minutes when they became aware of a whole Roman Legion marching past. This was in the 60s.Curious,but she swears it is true.

  • @TriciaBute
    @TriciaBute 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fabulous video Bruce, I love the way you brought the characters to life ♥️

  • @taniakaratau5654
    @taniakaratau5654 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh that jersey!!😍 Love this episode!!💪🏽👏🏽💪🏽

    • @eamonnclabby7067
      @eamonnclabby7067 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Paris fashion ...naw..more like Parish fashion, very chic...

  • @ClarenceCochran-ne7du
    @ClarenceCochran-ne7du 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Once again Bruce, you've earned the Bard title agin. Masterful Story Telling almost transports us there. Me bonnet's off to ye Laddie.

  • @tabriff3832
    @tabriff3832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The blood is stirred! Need to listen Clanadonia next.

  • @joani2824
    @joani2824 ปีที่แล้ว

    I agree with everyone! You’re just the greatest - hopefully you’ll think of writing a book someday and doing an audio version because you’re wonderful to listen to while I’m working!

  • @pamelaadam9207
    @pamelaadam9207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You should take a show of these soliloquys on the road

  • @gebswife
    @gebswife 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man alive, Bruce, this was your best video! I love the narrative style of the “eyewitnesses”. Gripping video.
    Loved y’all’s cha-cha-cha.
    Cheers from Texas.

  • @elimunguia347
    @elimunguia347 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Amazing video, the Romans kept on coming and going like the tide. I love how you spoken about each individual experiences with the Romans and explained Emperor Antoninus' wall. What are thoughts about the disappearance of the 9th Legion?

    • @ScotlandHistoryTours
      @ScotlandHistoryTours  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I don't know enough detail myself but there's a really good video on here

  • @ruthmclennan1914
    @ruthmclennan1914 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really enjoyed this video today. Thanks.

  • @thecelticprince4949
    @thecelticprince4949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Julius Caesar got his arse handed to him by the English the first time around, but that pales in comparison to Scotlands three times with different generals.

    • @Lucius1958
      @Lucius1958 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It was the British: the English didn't arrive until several centuries later.

    • @The_Prophet...
      @The_Prophet... 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Lucius1958 And yet it was the Romans that called the land the English live on was named by the Romans as Britannia

    • @seanhamilton4175
      @seanhamilton4175 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Lucius1958 When you say the English "didn't arrive" until centuries later, I assume you mean Anglo Saxons?

    • @The_Prophet...
      @The_Prophet... 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@seanhamilton4175 Now yer nick picking mate ok Anglo-Saxon so is that the Scots or Alba or Caledonians call them Pics celts or Irish Scotti Clan we call them English cause there called English ffs.....Taxi 🤔

    • @The_Prophet...
      @The_Prophet... 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@seanhamilton4175 The Anglo-Saxon were the English here's a map for you, you might understand better Having emerged from the dialects and vocabulary of Germanic peoples-Angles, Saxons, and Jutes-who settled in Britain in the 5th century CE, Are English.....

  • @graemelaidlaw7588
    @graemelaidlaw7588 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is definitely your best video, really sold each character. Brilliant

  • @DavidFraser007
    @DavidFraser007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Romans, according to the maps, advanced through the fertile farmlands right up the North East of Scotland. The Picts made use of the mountains in the highlands which the Romans seemed to have a problem with. Seems like the Picts were well organised and had a well thought out sustainable plan that the Romans couldn't figure out.

    • @Leon-bc8hm
      @Leon-bc8hm ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If the Romans really put their backs into it we all know what would have happened. They were very good at figuring other people out eventually. But Rome had troubles back home civil wars and such. Romans fought more lethal and more ruthless enemies.

    • @Parker_Douglas
      @Parker_Douglas ปีที่แล้ว

      No danger the Scots would’ve seem em off .

  • @justjohn1121
    @justjohn1121 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was just talking about this the other day!
    I hope to go to Scotland before I die and your videos have been adding to that desire of mine. Loved this one, thanks for doing what you do.

  • @nickcooke5749
    @nickcooke5749 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    As a proud Northumbrian I must point out that we were also never conquered by the Romans ;-)

  • @thesaltyoldseadog
    @thesaltyoldseadog 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the story telling style of this video. Good work Bruce.

  • @kirkmorrison6131
    @kirkmorrison6131 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I'm sure you know this but Barbarian in Latin, has a different meaning than English, it means non Roman Strangers

    • @ScotlandHistoryTours
      @ScotlandHistoryTours  2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I'm sure you know this but there are a number of places in the video where I've mixed current language and sensibilities with ancient history😜

    • @kirkmorrison6131
      @kirkmorrison6131 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ScotlandHistoryTours Yes, it is a hard row you have to hoe on the videos. I thought of that after I sent the comment. Using different languages over 2000 years isn't easy. Please accept my apology.

    • @eamonnclabby7067
      @eamonnclabby7067 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ScotlandHistoryTours nothing like Mel Gibson...

    • @kathleenferguson3296
      @kathleenferguson3296 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      "Barbarian" in Latin means "hairy one" or "one who does not shave".
      It's where the word "barber" comes from.

    • @kirkmorrison6131
      @kirkmorrison6131 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kathleenferguson3296 It also meant one from outside of the Empire

  • @rjromanowski
    @rjromanowski 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Probably my favorite video you have made. I love how you delivered the history as individuals from the time. It was moving and impactful for me in a way that the normal discourse of history doesn't usually reach. I was left with tears, not of sadness, but of awe and connection to the human experience.
    Thank you for all your labor.

  • @DJJinxC2006
    @DJJinxC2006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I believe the only people to escape the Roman legions was Ireland, they did not escape the Roman Catholic monks though, as always you have my thanks for another great vlog mate.

  • @ronniebailey2037
    @ronniebailey2037 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Powerful video. Always a good day when you upload.

  • @robertwhite2032
    @robertwhite2032 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video, as always! I really enjoy your videos. Being of Scottish descent, I started playing snare drum with the Cameron Highlanders Pipe Band of San Diego in 1973, until 2017. There's one detail in this particular video that I believe was not brought up though. God. King James VI of Scotland became King James I of England. A Scottish king becoming king of England? He was used by God to bring the world the most powerful and popular book the planet has ever seen, the Authorized Version of 1611, though these days it is commonly referred to as the King James Version. I believe that this is a crucial part of Scottish history. Again, great video! Keep up the good work!!

    • @martynneeson5668
      @martynneeson5668 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      King James sold Scotland freedom to the English. We are still trying to free ourselves

    • @robertwhite2032
      @robertwhite2032 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@martynneeson5668 You are not free?

  • @rideitpodcast
    @rideitpodcast 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Superbly done Bruce 👌

  • @Lucius1958
    @Lucius1958 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A bit off topic (and I'm not sure I haven't mentioned it before), but I wonder if you've ever considered Farley Mowat's _The Farfarers_ ? His thesis is that islanders from the Shetlands and Orkneys were the first to voyage to Iceland, and later Greenland and North America, before the Norse.

    • @helenswan705
      @helenswan705 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mowat, another great storyteller, who does not shy away from emotion.

  • @beachdog67
    @beachdog67 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. I've been watching Bruce's videos for quite some time now.
    I've learned a lot, and enjoyed many of the more lighthearted tales.
    But this one? Truly a powerful piece of storytelling.

  • @maddog5284
    @maddog5284 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved the first person family storytelling you did here it's extremely creative.

  • @cyankirkpatrick5194
    @cyankirkpatrick5194 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Well a Roman legion vanished in the Caigangiorians near Glasgow Scotland, and so has other people too🥺😱🤨 the movie the Eagle is somewhat based on that.

    • @paulmuldoon2321
      @paulmuldoon2321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not a bad film.

    • @New-ye2fl
      @New-ye2fl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Surprisingly a decent movie

    • @philiprufus4427
      @philiprufus4427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I take it by the Caigangiorans,you mean the Cairngorms and they are a long way from Glasgow. The Legion you are talking about was the 9th Hispana (origins in the name) and they were not lost in the Cairngorms.No one knows wether they were harried while not drawn up for battle by which they would have been unready when attacked. OR, - they were some myth that has quite possibly grown out of organisational irregularities in Roman admin. It is hard to beleive that a Legion of over 5500 battle hardened troops could have not at least a handfull of survivors. It is also unlikely that they were not accompanied by auxiliaries who also would have numbered in their thousands. This type of thing can be verified by visiting The Huntarian Museum in Glasgow University,who have been excavating Roman remains in Scotland for some sixty years at least.

    • @eamonnclabby7067
      @eamonnclabby7067 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rosemary Sutcliffe's novel was certainly ahead of its time, I remember she also set a novel about the Arthurian era...

  • @joanr3189
    @joanr3189 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fascinating presentation. I’m going to save it to watch again.. before we leave for Scotland next week. 🇨🇦

  • @pamelaadam9207
    @pamelaadam9207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ah ken at Broch took a load of Girls Brigade quines there in the 90s. They did not appreciate it one iota. Heathens fae Aibirdeen

  • @timmurphy7384
    @timmurphy7384 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ok, this is by far the best video I've seen on this series.

  • @webkelpie
    @webkelpie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video, (I particularly liked Uradech’s shirt). I have often thought - yes, history person but how would the people back then have actually considered the account you just described ? It always seemed to me to be about context; a difficult thing to get the measure of, if you weren’t actually there at the time. So, I liked this… a lot!
    Are the names you’ve used from historical accounts or are they names of the like that would have been found around the period in question?

    • @ScotlandHistoryTours
      @ScotlandHistoryTours  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They're Pictish kings

    • @webkelpie
      @webkelpie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ScotlandHistoryTours, I’ll have a look - Thanks 👍

    • @eamonnclabby7067
      @eamonnclabby7067 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ScotlandHistoryTours It is good that the Picts are acknowledged more these days..., a bit like the often overlooked influence of the Welsh here on Merseyside , , the accent from Formby down to Llandudno is so similar, unlike our neighbours from Greater Manchester...

  • @scipio7837
    @scipio7837 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have always appreciated how you tell me a story, and I often use your expression "no need for fangs when there is venom in envious tongues." Love your channel, zero ties to Scotland, but you do what I try to do... make history personable, relatable. Cheers.

  • @alansmithee8831
    @alansmithee8831 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hello Bruce. I wonder if someone will show this video to the Welsh before the Six Nations and point out your scorn of Romano British?
    "That Bruce from Scotland Pict on your ancestors! "
    I still reckon the Vikings made England and Scotland unite as nations to defend against them (or being from Yorkshire, should I say us) but I enjoyed the video as always.

    • @ScotlandHistoryTours
      @ScotlandHistoryTours  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I made it for the Welsh ! 😎😎😎

    • @alansmithee8831
      @alansmithee8831 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ScotlandHistoryTours Well, they did lose to Italy! What have the Romans ever done for us?

    • @eamonnclabby7067
      @eamonnclabby7067 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@alansmithee8831 hello Alan, how goes it in the Danelaw..? ....or as some might say the ancestral home of the Brigantes..best wishes from the Hiberno Norse peninsula of the Wirral ...E

    • @alansmithee8831
      @alansmithee8831 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eamonnclabby7067 OK here. Best wishes from the home of the tribe that gave their name to Britain.

    • @eamonnclabby7067
      @eamonnclabby7067 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@alansmithee8831 yes indeed, their DNA still in West Yorkshire, Cumbria and Lancashire...

  • @davidramsay122
    @davidramsay122 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bruce, you've pulled a blinder there brother. Absolutely nailed that narrative man. Best by far

  • @emilmckellar4932
    @emilmckellar4932 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I enjoyed this episode a lot. Thanks, well done for an Englishman/Nigerian :) well Scotsman!

  • @ArcAudios77
    @ArcAudios77 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Bruce, great watch & listen.
    Regards from an old Roman Town in East Dunbartonshire on the Antonine Wall.

  • @andrewobrien8325
    @andrewobrien8325 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    1:00 AYE everyone knows that the dinosaurs of Scotland walked around in kilts singing Loch Lomond and drinking Irn Bru....they were creatures of good taste in what sugary crap they drank

  • @robertinnes9266
    @robertinnes9266 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're a natural storyteller. Thank you.