Copy of the song entitled ‘Borlean McIntosh his march into England in Novr. 1715’, usually known as ‘The Highland Muster-roll’, beginning "Wat ye wat ye wha’s coming"., 18th century.
Item
Identifier: MS.174
Scope and Contents
Notes state that the song was written "in derision of McKintosh’s march", being supposed to be played by his pipers on entering Preston; but this version has no more special application to Mackintosh of Borlum than others.
The song bears the number 100, being evidently part of a collection.
Dates
- Creation: 18th century.
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Conditions Governing Use
Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.
Extent
1 Leaves ; Small folio.
Language of Materials
From the Series: Undetermined
Arrangement
1 folio.
Bibliography
The song is printed in Robert Chambers, ‘Songs of Scotland’ (1880).
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
Contact:
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk