The bravery of soldiers who served in conflicts around the globe will be showcased at a revamped Perth attraction.
As the Black Watch Castle and Museum in Perth prepares to reopen to the public, the massive task of displaying the regiment’s history is now under way.
With thousands of medals, paintings, diaries, uniforms and weapons in their collection, the museum team is being kept busy, aided by professional mount makers Rutherford & Wheeler and Stephen Umpleby.
Museum manager Emma Halford-Forbes said: “Working with the team of skilled mount makers has been a privilege, and it’s been amazing to watch them work they’ve made impossible objects float and brought the artefacts to life.”
The most complex artefacts to mount have been the four sets of bagpipes going on display, including one set from the early 18th century.
The pipes were presented to Pipe Major John Buchanan by the Highland Society of London in 1802.
Made of crocus wood and ivory, Buchanan certainly played them during the Peninsular War of 1808-1814.
Less complex, but more numerous, are the hundreds of medals going on display.
New interpretation intends to dispel some of the mystery surrounding these pieces of metal and ribbon, and illustrate the significance of medals in military life.
The museum will also be able to put its collection of Victoria Crosses on display.
The castle and museum reopen on June 25 after a £3.5 million revamp.