Thank you sincerely for all the interesting historical information. Since the earliest printed reference to the song seems to be 1743, it could have originated during the War of Austrian Succession.

Jim makes a very good point, as does Henryp. If we decide to add any stanza(s), those recorded by Ossian are the best, which are those of Ian Bruce. I want to be sure to have the proper credits in hand. If anyone finds any info on Ossian or Bruce's liner notes, please let me know.

Thanks again!

Beth