Photo Gallery
On the wall are photos displaying the 48th Highlanders from 1891 through World War 2, at peace and at war. The photos are arranged in order, from 1891 closest to the entrance doors and WW2 near the window wall. The images support and illustrate the period uniforms in the cases on the opposite side of the aisle.
Pipe banners
Pipe banners are a visual representation of a regiment’s history and honours. Made from heavy silk or velvet, they are attached to the bass drone of a set of bagpipes.
In the 48th Highlanders of Canada it is the custom that all Field Officers (Company Commander, usually a Major) or higher have a Pipe Banner that is carried by their Piper on parade. It is tied by ribbons to the base drone of a set of bagpipes. On the obverse side the Regimental Badge is displayed, normally on a field of Royal Blue. On the reverse side the personal arms, shield, helm, wreath mantling, crest, and motto as well as initials of the Officer is displayed on a field colour of that Officer’s choice. When not on parade Pipe Banners are hung in the Officers’ Mess.
These pipe banners are mostly modern era banners. The more historic era pipe banners can be seen in the hallway of the Ante Room – furthest away from the stairs.
