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Scotland's Finest: The Story of the Highland Games

A journey into the history, pageantry and characters that have shaped a Scottish phenomenon. Acclaimed actor Bill Paterson narrates the astonishing story of the Highland Games. From the battling clans to Queen Victoria's infatuation with her Highland subjects. The Games have become a symbol of community and identity in Scotland and all across the world.
Born in rural Aberdeenshire, Bill Anderson would become the greatest Highland Games athlete of the twentieth century. His 1969 performance with the 22 pound hammer is still a Highland Games record.

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