A Scottish tartan is woven with history, with a warp and weft of tradition, heritage and hardship that stretches back to the mists of time.
It is one of the most recognizable things associated with Scotland, a symbol of belonging, of patriotism, of pride.
To be a Scot is to be fiercely proud, notes the Utah Scottish Association. And a deep and abiding part of that pride is expressed in the clan association and the wearing of that clan's tartan, says Bob Gallimore, a member of the board of the association.