The Black Watch 1902-1918

Between 1902 and 1918, over 2,000 commissioned officers served with The Black Watch (Royal Highlanders). But who were they, and what became of them during this turbulent period?

Drawing on original doctoral research at the University of St Andrews, historian Ruadhán Scrivener-Anderson's online talk brings these officers’ lives into focus. Discover the stories of service, sacrifice, and survival, and gain fresh insight into one of Scotland’s most storied regiments on the eve and during the First World War.