Brodie Tartan

The Brodie clan, with roots dating back to the 12th century, is a Scottish clan originating from the lands of Brodie in Moray. The Brodies are said to have descended from the ancient Pictish tribe that inhabited Scotland before the arrival of the Celts. They were prominent in the northeast of Scotland during the Middle Ages, and their stronghold, Brodie Castle, still stands to this day. The clan was initially affiliated with the MacDougalls, and then with the Clan Murray, before finally becoming an independent clan in the 16th century. The Brodie Clan is believed to have Pictish roots, however, the first recorded Brodie was Michael Brother, who held the barony from Richard I in 1311 in Morayshire, Scotland. The Province of Moray was the ancestral home to the Brodies from the 12th century. Brodie Castle, located near Forres, serves as the residence of the Brodie chief. The castle has been home to the Brodie family for over 400 years and is open to the public.
In 1645, Lord Lewis Gordon burned down the old Brodie home, which resulted in the destruction of family charters and papers. The most notable figure in Brodie clan history is Alexander Brodie, who served as Lord Provost of Edinburgh and was a vocal opponent of King Charles I's religious policies. The Brodie tartan is a striking pattern, characterized by a bold combination of red, black, and white. The base of the tartan is a deep, dark red, and the pattern is composed of thick black lines intersected by thin white lines. The Brodie tartan is a popular choice for kilts and other traditional Scottish attire, and it remains a proud symbol of the Brodie clan's rich history and cultural heritage.