This image shows a memorial statue featuring a kilted soldier standing tall and looking forward, while holding a rifle. The memorial features an inscription that reads "THE CALL 1914" and includes a tribute from the Americans of Scottish blood and sympathies to Scotland. The front of the base cites a line from the biblical Book of Judges: "A People that jeopardized their lives unto the death in the high places of the field." The statue is adorned with several red poppy wreaths, which are a symbol of remembrance for those who have died in war. The engraving on the base panel below the soldier depicts what appears to be a scene of soldiers in action or marching, suggesting that the memorial could be dedicated to those who served in World War I. The surrounding environment includes greenery and a partly cloudy sky, indicating an outdoor setting, likely within a park or near a public building.
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The Scottish American Memorial, or Scots American War Memorial, is in West Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh. It was called "The Call 1914", and it was erected in 1927 and shows a kilted infantryman looking towards Castle Rock. Behind the main statue is a frieze showing queues of men answering the call by following a kilted pipe band. The memorial was given by Scottish-Americans to honour Scots who had served in the first World War.

Lest we forget.

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