Happy 4th of July..
Jul 4, 2020 13:09:47 #
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Jul 5, 2020 08:35:46 #
I say. We here in the U.S. of A, aren't we being a bit uncaring about this Independence Day thing. Let's remember our Brit Hoggers whose ancestors got creamed in the war that followed July 4, 1776. That was a bit embarrassing for them. Deep down however, they probably said "Good riddance." Ironically over the years with a exception or two, they have been our staunchest ally in the entire world.
Jul 5, 2020 11:30:36 #
Our Australian brothers are our closest allies. In battle, I would like an Aussie on either side.
Jul 5, 2020 12:04:18 #
CobblestoneLane
Loc: Midwest
St.Mary's:
In 2001, I was at an Independence Day celebration at George Washington's ancestral home (now a school) in the U.K. I watched our Stars and Stripes being hoisted, listened to the Star Spangled Banner sung, heard MLK Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" speech (in a British accent)... the most moving July 4th celebration I have *ever* witnessed or been a part of, all the more so for being on foreign soil.
I later asked one of the locals at the school why they did this, that I expected that us breaking away from them would be very much frowned on. Her reply was that there were many problems at that time in their history, and we solved them one way and they solved them another. (No animosity whatsoever.)
Here's to our British friends and allies who show what former enemies can become!
In 2001, I was at an Independence Day celebration at George Washington's ancestral home (now a school) in the U.K. I watched our Stars and Stripes being hoisted, listened to the Star Spangled Banner sung, heard MLK Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" speech (in a British accent)... the most moving July 4th celebration I have *ever* witnessed or been a part of, all the more so for being on foreign soil.
I later asked one of the locals at the school why they did this, that I expected that us breaking away from them would be very much frowned on. Her reply was that there were many problems at that time in their history, and we solved them one way and they solved them another. (No animosity whatsoever.)
Here's to our British friends and allies who show what former enemies can become!
Jul 5, 2020 12:40:35 #
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Jul 5, 2020 18:29:49 #
CobblestoneLane wrote:
St.Mary's: br br In 2001, I was at an Independenc... (show quote)
This country could certainly use a bit of that with our current problems. The differing sides need to become allies in renewing our country to it former greatness.
Jul 5, 2020 18:33:57 #
St.Mary's wrote:
I say. We here in the U.S. of A, aren't we being a bit uncaring about this Independence Day thing. Let's remember our Brit Hoggers whose ancestors got creamed in the war that followed July 4, 1776. That was a bit embarrassing for them. Deep down however, they probably said "Good riddance." Ironically over the years with a exception or two, they have been our staunchest ally in the entire world.
Actually the UK would be speaking German had it not been for the USA helping them out twice. I think it appropriately said that the UK and the USA are the best of friends! Although I'm an American with generations of USA heritage, I have a rich heritage in the UK as well. Two of my favorite umpteenth great grandfathers are Robert the Bruce and Coel (Coilus) "Old King Coel" King Of Britain who lived to 110 (b. 60 AD and d. 170 AD). Those in the UK are a people of great courage and tenacity, and great fun to have a pint with anytime!
Jul 5, 2020 19:38:38 #
deberry wrote:
Lets keep this Great Tradition going. TRUMP 2020.
Totally inappropriate for this thread!!
Jul 6, 2020 12:03:47 #
St.Mary's wrote:
I say. We here in the U.S. of A, aren't we being a bit uncaring about this Independence Day thing. Let's remember our Brit Hoggers whose ancestors got creamed in the war that followed July 4, 1776. That was a bit embarrassing for them. Deep down however, they probably said "Good riddance." Ironically over the years with a exception or two, they have been our staunchest ally in the entire world.
I read an article somewhere earlier this year about the War of Independence, that stated that British generals had no heart for the fight, and one or more (whose names I no longer remember) quite deliberately failed to pursue military advantages that might have turned the tide, if only briefly. Hence, it might not be fair to say we got creamed. However!
As a Brit myself, I make no apology for my lack of knowledge on this subject. We learned English history in grade school, up to about 1700, and then jumped to European history in later high school years (French revolution, Bismark, etc.) Not sure if they were ashamed to teach us about the loss of the American colonies.
US politics notwithstanding, we watch your July 4th celebrations avidly every year on TV, and appreciate the camaraderie that exists between Britain, The States, and of course, Canada. Hopefully the current situation will sort itself out, and we will feel free to travel once again.
Please stay well down there.
Jul 6, 2020 12:08:26 #
Rusty69 wrote:
I read an article somewhere earlier this year abou... (show quote)
Well, Brits have a lot more history to learn than we do!
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