Show Notes
With Ian Mchardy, Malcolm Maclean, and Cat Dunn.
The ancient standing stone circle of Calanais, a site that inspires reflection, may seem an unlikely place to mention Britain’s imperial legacy. But as Cat Dunn explains, it is one of many heritage sites with connections to slavery and colonial histories revisited by recent research. What links Calanais with the history of Empire, how do these uncomfortable truths help us understand Scotland’s past, and what comes next?
Exploring heritage sites like Calanais Standing Stones allows you to connect with Scotland’s past — and membership with Historic Scotland makes that journey even richer.
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