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Originally posted by BrilloPad View PostOld Greg - In search of acceptance since Mar 2007. Hoping each leap will be his last. -
Originally posted by BrilloPad View Post
Nothing to go wrong here.Comment
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Originally posted by meridian View PostNot at all. We have plenty of diplomatic goodwill built up over the centuries that we’ve continued to nurture recently, we have strong trading alliances with our nearest neighbours, and we’re not perceived as potential warmongers supporting a culture that is anchored in mythologising the last world war.
Nothing to go wrong here.
On the other hand, we are in NATO so have to contribute proportionally if we expect support in a major future war. Do we even have the forces we need for relatively minor and more likely conflicts. What if the Falklands pops up again? Recall we had some significant shortfalls last time.
PS Bring back Dad's army. I'd like the chance to shoot a few people.bloggoth
If everything isn't black and white, I say, 'Why the hell not?'
John Wayne (My guru, not to be confused with my beloved prophet Jeremy Clarkson)Comment
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Originally posted by meridian View PostNot at all. We have plenty of diplomatic goodwill built up over the centuries that we’ve continued to nurture recently, we have strong trading alliances with our nearest neighbours, and we’re not perceived as potential warmongers supporting a culture that is anchored in mythologising the last world war.
Nothing to go wrong here.Comment
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Originally posted by BrilloPad View Post
Also, I can't see a country that could or would attack us, so not sure a large army is needed.
Willing to be educated on this though.Comment
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Originally posted by woohoo View PostWhat is wrong with people like you? Really? You seem to wallow in self pity and negativity.
HTH.Comment
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Originally posted by meridian View PostFYI, I’m not British so it’s not me I’m pitying...
HTH.When the fun stops, STOP.Comment
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Originally posted by meridian View PostFYI, I’m not British so it’s not me I’m pitying...
HTH.Comment
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Originally posted by woohoo View PostI don't care pal, you are just a source of negativity, self-pity and boorish views."The boy who cried Sheep"Comment
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