Flower of Scotland

The "National Anthem of Scotland" refers to "Flower of Scotland," a patriotic song adopted by Scotland as its unofficial national anthem. The melody was composed by Roy Williamson of the folk group The Corries in the mid-1960s, with lyrics written by him as well. The song commemorates the victory of the Scots over the English at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314, evoking a sense of national pride and independence. Sung at official Scottish events and sports matches, its emotive and stirring melody, typically performed in the key of D major, resonates with audiences, symbolizing the spirit and resilience of the Scottish people throughout history.