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- ↑ "The Kirkin' o' the Tartans". ACGAmerica.org. An Comunn Gàidhealach Ameireaganach. November 22, 2014. Retrieved December 8, 2023.
- ↑ "Kirkin' History". DuluthScots.org. Duluth Scottish Heritage Association.
- ↑ "Kirkin o' the Tartan Service and Pre-Parade Brunch". www.nyctartanweek.org. Retrieved September 28, 2024.
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- ↑ Berry, Chad (April 19, 2004). "Scottish blessing". The Tuscaloosa News. Retrieved December 14, 2023.