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Featuring
Wallace High School in
Stirling, Scotland and
Their New Tartan
Photo Credit Todd Wallace
Taken from Stirling Castle
PAGE 2 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
Letter From the President
Calling all CWS members to come join the members of the board in Utah for the
games in Moab on November 3rd and 4th. A great time and great scenery
guaranteed for all who attend.
Planning our trip out to the western U.S. is progressing, but not without a few
bumps and bruises. Two of the games we had planned to do have moved to new
dates. But that still leaves 8 games on our itinerary. Setting up a 9000 mile trip
takes a lot of planning as does running an organization like the Clan Wallace
Society.
Shortly council members will be asked to nominate folks to join the board. We
have at least 3 board positions coming open, please step up and let us know
your interested in helping run the organization.
Todd has done another great job with the Newsletter. If you have an interesting
story to share or would like to see an article concerning something you’re
passionate about, let Todd know.
We also have an excellent Website, with information about upcoming games, and
other interesting facts and tidbits. Let our Webmaster know if you have
something to share.
For those interested, we still have some of the 50th Anniversary Coins available.
See the website or your local Convener for more information.
See you at the games!!
Russ
Letter from the Editor
I just wanted to take a minute and thank you for all the kind words regarding the
Winter issue! When I agreed to taking on the newsletter, I had no idea that I
would have this much fun putting it all together. I’ve started dialogs with people
all over the world and I have several story ideas for future issues.
I would also like to thank Mr. Austin Cavanaugh of Wallace High School in Stirling
Scotland for working with me and providing the information about Wallace High
School and their tartan for this issue.
Just a note to Conveners, please copy me with your games reports and pictures
so that we all can share in your fun. As I said in my last letter, I would like to
hear from members as to the kinds of stories you like to read or have interest in
and I welcome your submissions. I hope everybody has a great summer and I’m
already looking forward to the Summer issue.
Todd
PAGE 3 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
In Central Oregon, Bill developed skills as an amateur photographer
thanks to patient coaching by local professional photographers.
Bill was a Council Member of the Clan Wallace Society and was
elected to the Board of Directors. During his nine (9) year
tenure on the Board, he was the Treasurer, Executive Vice
President, and President from 2007 through 2009.
Bill is survived by Norma and their sons William Wayne Wallace
and family Rafif Jouejati and grandsons Adam Wallace and
Ramsey Wallace of Virginia; and CSM Douglas Dwight Wallace
William J. (Bill) Wallace and Nicole Nikrandt Wallace and grandson Cayden Wallace of
Wisconsin.
June 5, 1942 – April 15, 2018
A celebration of Bill’s life took place at the First Presbyterian
Church Sanctuary in Bend, OR on Saturday, April 21, 2018. Bill
will be interred in the columbarium of Arlington National
The Clan Wallace Society (CWS) is sad to inform its members Cemetery in Virginia at a future date to be announced. Bill will
that we have lost another good friend. William (Bill) John be greatly missed by his loving wife Norma and their family
Wallace passed away on the 15th of April at the age of 75 after and friends. He will also be missed by his CWS family. We bid
a year-long fight with pancreatic cancer, departing from “this farewell to a good man and a good friend.
life to more life.”
Bill was born in Waupaca, Wisconsin. At the age of 20, he
enlisted in the Army as a private, attended OCS and graduated
a 2LT. In 1962, Bill met Norma Hoefer of Freeport, Illinois. They
were married on June 6, 1964. Norma was the bedrock of his
life. In the Gaelic, Norma was known as Bill’s anam cara (soul
friend). Many times at CWS annual meetings and gatherings,
you could see Bill and Norma walking hand-in-hand like they
had just started dating, and they did so for their 53+ years of
marriage.
With Norma at his side (sometimes figuratively), Bill completed
two combat tours in Vietnam; one as a 1LT Infantry Heavy
Mortar Platoon Leader; and one as a helicopter pilot with the rank of
CPT. He also completed a three-year assignment to Saudi
Arabia. Bill retired as Chief of Concepts and Studies Division,
Director of Combat Development after 24 years in the Army
with the rank of LTC.
Bill then worked in the Aerospace industry with McDonnel
Douglas/Boeing for 16 years in management. He and Norma Norma and Bill at the 2012 Calgary Gathering
settled in Bend, Oregon in 2006.
PAGE 4 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
A Brief History of Wallace High School
Compiled by Mr. Craig Mair, former Principal Teacher of History Precious' supporting the neo natal unit for sick kids in Forth
In the late 1960s a new government policy of fully comprehensive Valley.
non-selective schools began in Scotland. At the same time, Rugby player Kenny Logan went on to win 70 Scottish
Stirling University opened in 1967 and Stirling's population began international caps, footballers Gary and Steven Caldwell found
to rise. A new high school was needed to replace the former similar success, winning 55 and 12 Scottish caps respectively,
Riverside Junior Secondary School (which became a Primary while slalom canoeist Campbell Walsh won an Olympic silver
School), and Wallace High duly opened on a green-field site at medal at Athens in 2004.
Causewayhead in1971.
During the 1990s - 2000s the school was especially noted for
The first Rector was Tom McIntyre, who served in that post to its excellent debating teams, science innovators, musical
1983. Realising the importance of winning public and parental shows, the success of its Ochil House pupils in many swimming
confidence for this new school, he led Wallace High through its and athletics events, its annual ski trips and many other
formative years and ensured high standards and achievements overseas visits etc. In rugby, the team won the Scottish
from the start. The school's first uniform was a purple blazer with Schools 7-a-side quaich tournament at Murrayfield, and
gold trim - purple still features in the school's dress code today. regularly won the Central Schools 15-a-side league and cup.
One young player in more recent teams was Finn Russell, now
enjoying a Scottish international career.
In September 2002 Mr. Brodie retired and was followed as
Head Teacher by Mrs. Linda Horsburgh. She led the school's
move in 2008 to its present location on Airthrey Road, to an
exciting new building, the result of a public-private funding
partnership. Since then the school has evolved further. It is
now an award-winning Scottish School of Sport with a focus on
Football, Rugby, Swimming, Dance and Basketball, as well
multiple rich activities across creative industries, STEM
Photo credit Todd Wallace disciplines and the arts. In December 2012 Mrs. Linda
Horsburgh retired as Head Teacher and was succeeded by Mr.
Wallace High School from top of the Wallace National Monument.
Scott Pennock. The school continues to evolve in the twenty-
The school quickly achieved both academic and wider success. first century, constantly seeking to adapt and to ensure that
The Music department became especially noted for its excellent our many youngsters go on to have happy, successful and
annual operas, and many pupils went on to distinguished fulfilling lives in an ever-changing world.
careers in music. Early sporting strengths were in canoeing,
fencing and rugby.
In 1983 Mr. McIntyre retired, to wide praise for his great work in
having seen the school so well established in the area. He was
followed by Bill Brodie, who served as Head Teacher to his
retirement in September 2002. During this time the school
continued to grow stronger. Two teachers, Mr. Sandy Gauld of
the Technical Department and Mr. Charles Lees of the Chemistry
Department, were voted British 'teachers of the year'.
In further diverse examples of success, from our Creative and
Aesthetic department came Angela Donald, who is Head of
Design for the fashion company Yik Yue (H.K) Commercial Ltd.
Alison Kilgour (Dowell) our Head Girl from 1996 had a great
career in Scottish Construction, she also founded a charity 'So
PAGE 5 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
Wallace High School Tartan...
Tartan #11,663 : Wallace
High School
Thanks to excellent work by our Heritage Team the past term, led ‘Wallace High School is based in the heart of Scotland, near
by Mr. Austin Cavanagh, Wallace High is delighted to have Stirling, very close to the Wallace Monument. The school
registered its own tartan with the Scottish register of Tartans, decided it was time to have a tartan that not only reflected it as
part of the Scottish Government’s National Records of Scotland. a community now but that reflected its heritage. The base
colour is the purple of the school tie. Threaded through the
Our tartan was officially registered by Mrs. Jan Draper (Art
design are silver, dark grey and two different tones of purple
department) as number 11,663 in the national records with the
that reflect the school’s uniform from previous eras.’
following description:
We look forward to the tartan becoming an important part of the
school’s heritage. Full details of our tartan can be found at:
https://www.tartanregister.gov.uk/qResults.aspx?
searchString=wallace%20high%20school
Mrs. Laura Sinclair is the acting Head of Art, she also makes
clothing and fabric items. Laura has made cushions and other
items such as gifts to recognize staff from the Tartan material
that the school has ordered. The tartan is now used by our
senior prefects (pupils) in tie form. It has also been used, in
printed vinyl form, for windows and display areas.
Information provided by Mr. Austin Cavanagh
Mrs. Laura Sinclair displays the school tartan.
PAGE 6 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
The National Wallace Monument and
Barnweil Monument
By Todd Wallace
My family and I visited the National Wallace Monument for the
first time this past August. I really did not know what to
expect. I could see it off in the distance from the wall of
Stirling Castle. The monument itself was quite impressive with
its Gothic revival architecture and height of 220 ft (67m)! It
seemed to be a spire to the heavens.
We entered the monument and began the 246-step ascent,
stopping at different levels to view the treasures that were
held within, such as the William Wallace sword. It was a relief
to finally reach the top where the views were amazing!
I had heard of another Wallace Monument near Ayrshire
about 62 miles away (101km) also known as the Barnweil
Monument which is 60 ft. tall. This Gothic structure was also
Photo credit Kaitlin Wallace
built to commemorate William Wallace. It predates the
National Wallace Monument by about 15 years. A rumor exists Wallace Crest above the entrance
that the name came from when William Wallace, stood on this of National Wallace Monument
site and said that the Barns of Ayr (that contained English soldiers) “burn weil”. Although it has been recorded that he
did say that, the actual reason for the name is that it’s
situated near the ruins of the medieval church of Barnweil.
After visiting the Wallace National Monument, we set out to
find the Barnweil Monument. If you go, make sure you have a
good GPS. It is way off the beaten path and not easy to find.
The Barnweil Monument sits on private property and is not
open to the public but is still worth the trip.
Photo credit Kaitlin Wallace Photo credit Todd Wallace
Barnweil Monument View from top of National Wallace Monument
PAGE 7 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
Photo credit Todd Wallace Photo credit Kaitlin Wallace
William Wallace Sword William Wallace Stained Glass
Photo credit Todd Wallace Photo credit Kaitlin Wallace
William Wallace Medieval Scottish Armor
PAGE 8 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
William Wallace Signs Up To Become A
Friend Of The National Wallace Monument
6 March 2018 - Stirling - Mr. William Wallace, from Mount Melville,
St Andrews, becomes one of the first friends of Stirling's famous
landmark, The National Wallace Monument, as it officially launches
its membership programme.
The namesake of the Scottish hero that the Monument
commemorates joined the newly launched membership scheme
that gives visitors the opportunity to pay admission once and enjoy
visiting as many times as they wish over the next 12 months.
Relying on public admission fees to maintain and operate The
National Wallace Monument, Stirling District Tourism will also be
able to reclaim 25p on every £1 that is spent via the membership
programme at no extra cost to the visitor, when UK tax payers
choose to Gift Aid their membership.
William Wallace commented: "I am proud to share a name with a
Scottish icon and to be invited to become a member of the
important landmark. I have regularly visited The National Wallace
Monument over the years with family and friends and look forward
to many more visits!" All income generated is re-invested into the
attraction and its facilities for the enjoyment of all visitors who
come to discover the story of Scotland's National Hero.
The new membership scheme has been introduced specifically
to encourage regular visitors to come to the historic monument
more often, and to bring their friends and family.
Ken Thomson, The National Wallace Monument Marketing
Manager added: "Giving our visitors the opportunity to visit as
many times as they like throughout the year with just one entry
fee is our way of saying thank you for all of the support we've
received over the years.
"It's an exciting time for us right now as we make plans for
investment and improvements at the National Wallace
Monument."
Visitors can follow the ‘Wallace Way' up to the 220ft tower and
discover more about Stirling's fascinating history, told through a
collection of exciting woodcarvings. In the Monument itself they
can trace the story of Wallace's life and legacy in three
galleries, one of which features his legendary battle sword.
On the third-floor visitors are able to discover the facts and
figures behind the building of the Victorian tower and children
can build their own miniature version of the Monument before
reaching the Crown - which offers breath-taking 360-degree
views across central Scotland and the Highlands to the North.
A top visitor attraction, The National Wallace Monument also
features the family-friendly Legends Coffee House and free
Photo credit Kaitlin Wallace onsite car parking.
PAGE 9 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
The National Wallace Monument Seeks
Volunteers
Speaking about the volunteer search, Catherine said:
24 April 2018 - Stirling - The National Wallace Monument has "Volunteering is a great way to gain experience in the heritage
launched its 2018 volunteer programme as the tourist sector and to support the local community. I can't wait to work
attraction welcomes a new Learning and Volunteer Co- with our existing volunteers and new recruits to build new and
ordinator, Catherine Morrison to the team. exciting roles which enhance the overall visitor experience."
Enthusiastic individuals are being sought to join the team as The visitor attraction would like to hear from prospective
The National Wallace Monument in Stirling, that welcomed volunteers with friendly personalities who are happy to talk to
over 140,000 visitors in the last 12 months, enters its busiest visitors. Full training will be provided, however a passion for
period. Scottish history or the ability to speak another language would
be an added bonus.
Responsible for helping to meet and greet visitors, volunteers
are integral to maintaining the attraction's high standard of Catherine added: "We hope that volunteering gives people who
service. With no qualifications required, the opportunity are passionate about Stirling and who have a love for the
enables individuals to help with the smooth running of a Monument the opportunity to share their enthusiasm with
popular visitor attraction, while meeting people from all over others. The National Wallace Monument is an iconic building
the world and gaining invaluable experience working in the which draws in visitors from all over the world, and we're
tourism sector. looking for friendly volunteers to help ensure that visitors leave
us with special memories of the fantastic time they have had in
Starting her new position in March 2018, Catherine was
Stirling."
previously Libraries and Culture Assistant at Clydebank
Museum. She has first-hand experience of volunteering, having Anyone interested in volunteering at the popular heritage
previously spent her time volunteering at the National Railway attraction should email
Museum in York and for West Dunbartonshire Council. volunteer@nationalwallacemonument.com
Learning and Volunteer Co-ordinator Catherine Morrison with
volunteers Margaret McLeish and Colin Hemfrey
PAGE 10 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
Attention Conveners
As of last fall the Director of Convener position has changed to
two people. These roles have been assigned to Jean Wallace and
Elmer Inman.
Either one will be more than happy to help you with any questions
you may have. They would also like to hear from you about any
ideas or suggestions of how to set up tents and displays. Please
inform them of any awards you might receive at games. Don’t
forget to send them your contact information and which games
you convene so we can update our Convener files.
We hope to see some of you in November in Moab Utah.
All Conveners east of the Mississippi contact
Jean Wallace
Jrwallace6@sbcglobal.net
All Conveners west of the Mississippi contact
Elmer Inman
Wildmann69@gmail.com
The 25th Annual Rural Hill Loch Norman
Scottish Festival
By Marcia Harper
The Rural Hill Loch Norman Scottish Festival (NC) was held on
April 21-22, 2018. Sunny skies greeted the 57 clan tents
participating along with Clan Wallace. Other participants included
the SAMS (Scottish American Military Society), Council of Scottish
Clans and Societies, New World Celts, and St. Andrews Society of
North Carolina. Russ and Marcia Harper hosted the Clan Wallace
Dr. Joseph Morrow, QC, Lord Lyon King of Arms, Russ Harper
tent.
and Marcia Harper
These games are held at Rural Hill Farms in Huntersville, North
Carolina. Rural Hill is the homestead of Revolutionary War
patriots Major John and Violet Wilson Davidson and is located in Special quests that stopped by our tent were, Dr. Joseph
the Catawba River Valley in northwest Mecklenburg County. The Morrow, QC, Lord Lyon King of Arms and Malcolm Sinclair the
Davidson family is representative of the thousands of Scots and 20th Earl of Caithness, Chief of Clan Sinclair.
Scots-Irish who contributed to the growth of the Carolinas and On Saturday for the opening ceremony 15 pipe bands took the
put a unique cultural stamp on the American South. field. What a glorious site and sound to behold.
The parade of tartans was held at noon on Sunday. Clan Wallace The Scottish American Military Society (SAMS) Post 1775
waited patiently as 57 clans marched before us. Dr. Joseph conducted a Flag Retirement ceremony on the main field in
Morrow, QC, Lord Lyon King of Arms greeted everyone as they accordance with the flag code.
came off the parade field for a job well done.
Our thanks to all that came out and enjoy the weekend with us.PAGE 11 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
The 26th Annual Panama City Beach
Highland Games
By Marcia Harper
The Panama City Beach Highland Games (FL) was held on
March 3, 2018. These games are held at Frank Brown State
Park in Panama City Beach, Florida. Sunshine and wind met the
40 clan tents participating including Clan Wallace. Russ and
Marcia Harper hosted the Clan Wallace tent.
The entertainment included the Santa Rosa Pipes and Drum,
Emerald Coast Pipe and Drum, Tallahassee Pipe and Drum,
Panama City Pipe and Drums, McGuire’s Pipe and Drums, the
Blarney Girls and the Seven Nations. The Games included
heavy athletics, children’s Highland games competition, British
car show, Border Collie demonstration and Highland dancing.
Pipes and Drums at the Wallace tent. The vendors at the games included, Celtic Store, Cameron
British Food, The Wren’s Nest, Scots Corner, Scots den and
Near and Far Scottish.
At the end of the day Clan Wallace was awarded 1st place in
2018 Phoenix Scottish Games
Best Clan tent. Clan Kennedy took 2nd place for Best Clan
By Bob Wallace Tent, and Clan Johntson/e in America took 3rd place. Thanks to
all that came out and enjoyed the day with us.
Some 50 clans and societies populated the Clan Village over the
weekend of March 3 and 4 at Steele Indian School Park, located
in central Phoenix, hosting a large turnout of visitors to this
year’s event on both days. Record numbers are said to have
come through the gates on this, the 54th year. Given the steady
stream of visitors to clan tents, that sounds accurate!
Entertainment tents were in place at opposite ends of the main
event space, heavy athletics taking place in the center of the
field between them on both days. Several world records were
broken by women in competition, despite a not so gentle breeze
blowing on much of the day on Sunday. Near the clan tents,
several venues were put in place for the weekend: Learners
Arms, and genealogy research for novice and experienced
attendees.
The several pipes and drums bands in attendance played
throughout both days, the Glendale (AZ) Pipes and Drums
stopping by our triple-tent setup on Sunday to serenade both
visitors and clan members. Needless to say, the replica William
Wallace sword garnered much of the attention from those
coming by the tent on Saturday and Sunday.
Staffing of the tent was undertaken by the usual suspects: Tim
and Sue Wallace, Bob and Lois Wallace both days, joined by
Hamilton Wallace on Sunday. Local weather was very good on
Saturday, somewhat cool and breezy for Phoenix tastes on
Sunday. Russ Harper with Best Clan Tent Award.PAGE 12 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
The 8th Annual Tartan Day South
By Marcia Harper
The 8th annual Tartan Day South (SC) was held on March
24, 2018. Sunshine and cold temperatures on Saturday
greeted the 14 clan tents participating and Clan Wallace was
one of them. Russ and Marcia Harper hosted the Clan
Wallace tent.
Tartan Day South is held at the Historic Columbia Speedway,
where Richard Petty had his first NASCAR race.
The Carolina British classic car show, medieval encampment,
kids rides and Quidditch were just some of the things you
could enjoy. The festival included both men’s and women’s
athletics, Scottish and Irish dancing, children’s games, face
painting, storytelling, and 3 pipe bands.
What a great weekend we had! A special thanks to Ned
Wallace who came out to enjoy the day with us.
Russ Harper
The 2nd Annual Tartan Day North
Carolina
By Marcia Harper
The 2nd annual Tartan Day North Carolina celebration was held
on April 6, 2018 at the Raleigh Museum of History. North
Carolina has a rich history of Scots relocating to the new world.
During troubled times, many Highlanders and Lowlanders
relocated to the Cape Fear River Valley, Ulster Scots settled
throughout the Piedmont and Southern Appalachians.
Clan Wallace, Clan McLean, Clan Donald and SCOT (Scottish
Association of the Triangle) were invited to the Raleigh
Museum of History to help educate folks on how important
Tartan Day is in North Carolina. Along with the three clans
were Wake District Pipe and Drum, Our State magazine,
weapons and sword dancing.
Russ and Marcia Harper set up a display of things that related
to Scots in North Carolina and Clan Wallace. We also handed
out packets we created for teachers to help students better
understand what it is to be Scottish and how it relates to North
Carolina. It was estimated that 300 home school children
visited us for Tartan Day. While many of the folks that visited
had no Scottish connection, they were interested in finding out
Ned Wallace and Russ Harper.
about Tartan Day.
Thanks to all that came out and enjoyed the day.PAGE 13 THE GUARDIAN SPRING 2018
The 18th Annual Bethabara Highland
Games
By Marcia Harper
The Bethabara Highland Games (NC) were held on May 5, 2018.
We had overcast skies and 80 degrees. There were 17 Clan
tents participating along with Clan Wallace. Russ and Marcia
Harper hosted the Clan Wallace tent.
The Highland Games at Historic Bethabara Park in Winston-
Salem, North Carolina are held to pay respect to the heritage of
the early Scots and Scots-Irish pioneers who helped and guided
the Moravians in their settlement of the Wachovia tract. This
game is free and open for the enjoyment of the public. Russ
and I along with Linda Tyrell and Grandson Adian marched in
the parade of Tartan.
The entertainment included the Jamestown Pipes and Drum and
North Carolina State Pipe band. The Games also included heavy
athletics, children’s Highland games competition, children’s
Colonial Games and storytelling and Border Collie demon-
stration. The vendors at the games included Lady Susan’s
Shortbread, Near and Far Scottish, Scottish Leather, Kelpie
Pottery, Carolina Celt, and Lumpy’s Ice Cream.
Thanks to all of our special visitors.
Russ Harper
The 32nd Annual Texas Scottish Festival
Frank & Lynne Leslie
The 32nd Annual Texas Scottish Festival & Highland games was
held at a new venue: the Wise County Fairgrounds in Decatur,
TX and was considered a success. Twenty-two Wallaces signed
the Guest Register during the weekend of May 11-13, 2018. A
number of them are not members but took information to join
Clan Wallace. Brandon Wallace marched with me, as his wife
and daughter watched the Calling of the Clans. When Clan
Wallace was announced, we both, without rehearsal, yelled out
“Freedom”, which echoed throughout the building. We had
sunny weather for the weekend. Wind gusts up to 32 MPH on
Friday damaged a number of Clan tents, mine being one. Repair
parts are on order. Saturday and Sunday were both breezy but
nothing like Friday. I informed the Festival Clans Coordinator
that Clan Wallace Society will be back next year.
Our next venue is the Kerr County Celtic Festival in Ingram, TX,
October 6 and 7, 2018. Look for the red topped 10 x 20 tent in
the Clan village.
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