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80th Anniversary Re-Union, Tattoo – Pipe Band – May 1971

48th Highlanders Pipes and brass band  Performs in a circle at Tattoo, at Maple Leaf Gardens in May 1971.

The 48th Highlanders held the Tattoo to celebrate their 80th Anniversary with proceeds going to the Cancer Society. The Tattoo performed to packed audiences over 17000 each night. Performances included the Pipe Band and Military (Brass band), competitions by soldiers over obstacles weapon assembly races and guest performances by St Andrew’s College Cadets and cadets from Royal Military College.

(Prior accession No. P1999)

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1946 – 1999 Late 20th C.
Location of artifact
Binder 13, Research Room Shelf
Associated place
Toronto, Maple Leaf Gardens
Associated event
48th Highlanders Tattoo, Maple Leaf Gardens May 1971

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