‘Scotch Songs’ and English Perceptions of Scotland

In this blog from the Centre for Scottish Culture’s Dr Allan Kennedy we learn about the ‘Scotch’ songs that were popular in England during the time of the Restoration.

A popular song
A popular song, The Scotch Soldiers Kindness

In the late 17th century, we learn, the English viewed their Scottish neighbours in a particular way that was reflected in these songs about rural life and love affairs. Find out more on the blog here.