Regiment formed up in the arena at Maple Leaf Gardens for the Tattoo, May 1971.

80th Anniversary Re-Union, Tattoo – May 1971

Regiment formed up in the arena at Maple Leaf Gardens for the Tattoo, May 1971. The Tattoo was one of a series of events held over a three day weekend, 28, 29, 30 May 1971 to celebrate the 80 Anniversary of the founding of the 48th Highlanders in 1891.

The 48th Highlanders held the Tattoo on consecutive nights 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. P1992)

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Era
1946 – 1999 Late 20th C.
Location of artifact
Binder 13, Research Room Shelf
Associated place
Toronto, Maple Leaf Gardens
Associated event
48th Highlanders 80th Anniversary,Tattoo May 1971

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