Selkirk, UK. 15th Jun, 2018. Selkirk Common Riding - Casting of the Colours Incorporation of Hammermen - Mark Easson casting the Hammermen's Flag at the end of the morning "Riding Of The Marches" . The spectacular culmination to the mornings events is steeped in history, dating from the Battle of Flodden in 1513, remembers the story of Flodden, when Selkirk sent 80 men into battle with the Scottish King. One man returned, bearing a blood stained English flag (Photo by Rob Gray / Freelance) Credit: Rob Gray/Alamy Live News

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Location: Selkirk, UK
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