Scottish Legion (Ireland)
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| Scottish Legion Legion for the Independence of Scotland | |
|---|---|
| Legion Albannach (Gaelic) Legion airson Neo-eisimeileachd na h-Alba (Gaelic) | |
Banner used by the Scottish Legion | |
| Active | 1859–1861 |
| Country | |
| Allegiance | |
| Type | Legion |
| Part of | the 15 Brigade |
| Motto(s) | "Dèan sabaid airson na tha fios againn a tha ceart!" (English: Fight for what we know is right!) |
| Engagements | |
| Decorations | Crois Cogaidh Óir 1857–1860 Crois Cogaidh Óir 1861 |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Freddie McGuire |
The Legion for the Independence of Scotland (Gaelic: Legion airson Neo-eisimeileachd na h-Alba), more commonly know as the Scottish Legion (Gaelic: Legion Albannach) was a legion of the Irish Royal Army. The legion was formed in 1859 and served in every major campaign until it's disbandment in 1861 after the Battle of Kingscourt.