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The saltire flag raised at Athelstaneford. Photo courtesy of East Lothian Council.

The saltire flag was raised at Athelstaneford on 6 April as part of Tartan Day celebrations. A flag was raised each hour at the historic battle site.The Battle of Athelstaneford in 828 gave rise to the legend of the saltire.

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