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Utah State Tartan:
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Utah recognized the Utah Centennial Tartan as the official tartan of the state in 1996 in honor of the first Scots known to have been in Utah and those Utahns of Scottish heritage. |
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 Illustration of classic Scot in kilt from Scottish Tartans Authority |
Tartan refers to fabric woven into plaid patterns representing clans (families) or regions in Scotland. In old Scotland, the tartan was used for clothing and as a banner or flag. Because a family or community worked the cloth together, their clothing was made of the same patterns, and so a person could be recognized by the Tartan plaid that he wore. Tartans can also be designed as a symbol commemorating a special event or person. |
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Utah Symbols - Centennial Tartan: Utah's Online Library
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Cultural Symbols - 50 states
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State Symbols USA is a nonprofit organization promoting appreciation for our natural treasures and cultural heritage. What are your State Symbols? |
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