Autumn 11 - The Clan Cameron Association Scotland.

The Secret Portrait
By Bill Cameron, Lochaber
Two hundred and sixty six years ago, Prince Charles Edward Stuart stood
upon an elevated knoll above the dark and ominous waters of Loch Shiel,
hoping to change the course of British history when he raised the Jacobite
Standard at Glenfinnan. It was to be a cause during which many would lose
their lives in the pursuit of restoring the Stuarts to the British throne.
Bonnie Prince Charlie's ill-fated campaign throughout Scotland has been
much analysed by scholars, from his first landing in the Western Isles; as
were the various caves in which he is alleged to have taken shelter in after
his defeat at Culloden, and to his final departure disguised as an Irish maid
(Betty Burke) - evading capture and denying his captors the thirty thousand
pound reward on his head for those treacherous enough to give away his
whereabouts.
Within the many historical accounts written about the Prince, it is clear that
if the Gentle Lochiel had not been persuaded by him to back the Stuart cause
and offer the support of his clan, then the '45 would probably not have taken
place.
Showing allegiance to the Jacobite cause would have taken a variety of
forms, from the direct bonds of kinship in following the rallying call of the
clan chief into battle, to the discreet carrying of small items that had a
connection to the Prince; such as enamel portraits of him, locks of his hair,
or fragments of his kilt.
Within the West Highland Museum in Fort William, there are many articles
associated with Prince Charlie and the Jacobite cause. In many respects the
museum was founded around the central idea of having a permanent home
for such Jacobite artefacts. A major Jacobite Exhibition in 1925 would see
the museum acquire more objects from various individuals into its permanent
collection and it eventually moved into the present day site in Cameron
Square.
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the resources would actively support learning and personal development.
The applicant identifies why they should be considered.
Judgement and award process
The number and value of scholarships awarded each year will be
dependent upon funds available each year and the strength of the
applications made. The decisions made in this respect by the Clan
Association Council and Annual General Meeting are final and not
subject to appeal. All applications received by noon on Saturday 15 th
October 2011 will be considered. All applications will be reviewed by
two nominated Clan Cameron Association Council members with
recommendations presented for consideration at the October
Council meeting
The October Council meeting will review the recommendation and
make a final decision for adoption at the next Annual General
Meeting (AGM) of the Clan Cameron Association.
The award of scholarships will be ratified and announced at the
October Annual General Meeting of the Clan Cameron Association
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application within
one calendar month of the AGM
A condition of acceptance is that the successful applicant will agree
to an announcement of the award being posted on the CCAS web
site and newsletter. It is hoped the eventual success of the bursar
will also be announced to the Association.
Mony a mickle maks a Muckle!
The old Scots saying means that a large amount is made up of many
smaller amounts and it is in that context that you are invited to
contribute to the Scholarship Fund. It was always the intention that
an opportunity would be given to members to contribute to this
important cause. Any contributions, large or small are welcome. If
you wish to add something to the fund, please send your donation to:
The Treasurer, 5 Fechil Brae, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 8NS
clearly marking that it is for the scholarship.
Editor
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