The execution of Admiral Byng (by shooting) is a somewhat distasteful episode. Particularly so given that his crime was certainly no worse than handing out crap, unwanted badges.
I completely agree that we should de-un-rescind this decree that has yet to be made, but might be. In fact, given that the best form of defence is in fact a really solid defence we shouldn't act now but should wait and see if it does become a decree, and then act. Or not, if it doesn't.