A drummer was an important member of the regiment. This was reflected in his rank. In the 17th Century a drummer would be expected to be multi-lingual so that he could negotiate in parleys with the enemy troops.
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The drummer was used to pass orders to the men above the noise of war. The 6 calls of war would be familiar to most soldiers in the regiment .
A drummer was an important member of the regiment. This was reflected in his rank. In the 17th Century a drummer would be expected to be multi-lingual so that he could negotiate in parleys with the enemy troops. |
Scone Palace, Perth, Scotland 1997