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Originally Posted by Toby Purcell
The men in the kilts appear to be 9th (Highland) Battalion The Royal Scots (Territorial Force). They were the only Royal Scots (a lowland regiment) battalion to wear the kilt. The battalion favoured a particular pattern of leather sporran, which can also be seen. However, the 1/9th Battalion did not serve in Egypt, which suggests that perhaps the kilted men transferred to another battalion. It was not uncommon to do so. Also both 2/9th and 3/9th Battalions remained on the Home Establishment, but provided drafts of reinforcements for battalions in the field. The photo looks as if it was probably taken at Stobs Camp.
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Thanks for the information, Toby.
Here is a picture of a relative of mine, Benny Irvine of the "Dandy Ninth".
I recommend Neill Gilhooley's book, "A History of the 9th (Highlanders) Royal Scots, The Dandy Ninth".
Regards, John