It is a well known fact that the Brits hate the French and vice versa, hence lots of wars, starting with 1066 and ending at Waterloo. Fortunately, the British have a lot of experience in overthrowing despotic madmen intent on ruling the world. So as we thrashed Napoleon and Hitler with help from various allies, surely we don't need the French to help us get rid of Saddam?? To add to the xenophobia:
1.Whoever chose Waterloo as the terminal for Eurostar deserves a medal.
2. The French didn't surrender, it was just that the Germans invaded at lunch time.
3. Hands Up if you are French (The battle cry of Panzer regiments as they crossed the Maginot Line)