Clan MacDowall (MacDowall Tartan)

Distinct from: Clan MacDougall (separate Galloway origin, similar name) Meaning: Gaelic "Mac Dubhghaill" (son of Dubhghall, dark stranger) Motto: Vincere Vel Mori (Conquer or die) Plant Badge: Sprig of oak leaves Ori...

Modern or Ancient?

Same pattern, different dyes. Modern uses deep, saturated colours; Ancient uses the softer tones associated with natural dyes.