The Brittonic Clyde valley kingdom whose Dumbarton Rock fortress, Cumbric language ancient Celtic survival, and Alt Clut warrior dynasty longevity made it the most tenaciously enduring Brittonic kingdom in the history of Scottish civilization.
Kingdom of Strathclyde — the Brittonic realm of the Clyde valley whose capital Alt Clut, the fortress rock of Dumbarton rising from the confluence of the Clyde and Leven, was the most impregnable and most dramatically situated royal stronghold in early medieval Britain, its twin-peaked basalt plug defended by the most ancient and most continuously occupied royal dynasty in the history of the British Isles. Their kingdom, speaking Cumbric — the most northerly surviving branch of the Brittonic Celtic languages and the closest linguistic relative of Welsh spoken on Scottish soil — endured Viking sieges, Pictish pressure, and Anglo-Saxon encroachment for over six centuries, the 870 Viking siege of Dumbarton Rock by Olaf and Ivar of Dublin representing the most devastating and most consequential Norse assault on any Brittonic stronghold in the history of early medieval Scotland, yet the kingdom survived to absorb Pictish and Scottish populations before its final incorporation into the Kingdom of Scotland around 1030. This interactive t-shirt connects you to that Dumbarton Rock and Alt Clut legacy with a QR code linking to the full story.
HERITAG is a purpose-driven brand that celebrates cultural diversity and awareness. Wear and share your social identity and cultural heritage with a unique collection of interactive t-shirts that carry historical flags of Scotland. Create informative and fun moments by inviting people to scan the visible QR code and learn about the proud history of Scotland.
Making products on demand instead of in bulk also helps reduce overproduction, and this quality t-shirt is made especially for you as soon as you place an order.
Few more details about this t-shirt: • Scannable QR code printed on the back for an interactive and fun experience • Designed to educate about a nation's proud history and rich culture • Custom print-on-demand unisex t-shirt • 100% cotton Gildan t-shirt. Soft, comfy, pre-shrunk jersey knit • Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester • Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Classic fit, taped neck and shoulders for soft feel • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem for more durability • Fabric weight: 5.0-5.3 oz./yd² (170-180 g/m²)
