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Old 28th May 2009, 19:49
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minigundiplomat
 
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I don't think it is worth getting worked up about.

My grandfather arrived in Normandy in the early hours of 6th June 1944. Funnily enough, after the war he maintained a grudging respect for the Germans (Normal Wermacht, not the others), but couldnt stand the French.

I am pretty sure the Dutch would be over the moon for HM to attend the 65th Anniversary of Market Garden. They have slightly more humility, a better recall of history and an generally respectful outlook.

You may even persuade some of the vets to jump once more. Downing St could be the key objective in the current battle to save the UK from the dark forces of tyranny. Who knows, the Ghurkas may join the fray.

MGD
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