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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2020 8:01:20 GMT
A significant moment in our history ... anyone have any plans ? (or had plans prior to the restriction)
I know Jane has some Union flag bunting she is determined to display on the boat for the day.
I certainly think an evening toast will be in order.
Rog
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Post by patty on May 4, 2020 8:19:38 GMT
No plans..dunno how much folk will do as its lockdown..some mumblings on local FB about decorating gardens but i haven't got anything
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2020 8:45:50 GMT
We will remember those from all countries that gave their lives for our freedom. However we will not partake in jingoistic party to celebrate our "Britishness".
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Post by Jim on May 4, 2020 8:47:46 GMT
I still celebrate the working man rather than war. It wasn't felt necessary to celebrate VE day with a bank holiday for many years after the war. Why now?
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2020 8:59:33 GMT
Perhaps because it is the final 'milestone' anniversary (75 years) when survivors may still be with us. It seems very sad when people seek to make political points out of an anniversary ... but each to their own. I will toast, remember the sacrifices made for us ... and make no apology for doing so Rog
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Post by Telemachus on May 4, 2020 9:27:06 GMT
Perhaps because it is the final 'milestone' anniversary (75 years) when survivors may still be with us. It seems very sad when people seek to make political points out of an anniversary ... but each to their own. I will toast, remember the sacrifices made for us ... and make no apology for doing so Rog There have been a myriad wars throughout history, why is that one special? I can just about tolerate Remembrance Sunday because it is inclusive and is in memory of those who died in various wars. But celebrating a war victory is one small step away from glorifying war. I suggest those who like celebrating such things move to North Korea, where such stuff is mandatory. Yup nationalistic jingoism. That war is over, get over it. Iβm planning to buy a new BMW on May 8th. As to politicising a war anniversary - Oh the irony! The whole thing was all about politics, dumdum!
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2020 9:30:35 GMT
Good for you ... very cool. I'll still have bunting, remember and raise a glass Rog
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Post by bills on May 4, 2020 10:07:57 GMT
I think celebrating the defeat of a totalitarian regime is a good thing. We should also remember that without this victory, then some of us in this board would have have been legally persecuted and even killed for our beliefs and lifestyles.
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2020 10:15:41 GMT
I feel strongly that VE75 has been hijacked by certain groups for political ends. Hence my reticence to join in.
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Post by Telemachus on May 4, 2020 10:25:22 GMT
I think celebrating the defeat of a totalitarian regime is a good thing. We should also remember that without this victory, then some of us in this board would have have been legally persecuted and even killed for our beliefs and lifestyles. Why not celebrate the end of a different totalitarian regime - the British Empire?
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Post by bills on May 4, 2020 10:31:03 GMT
I think celebrating the defeat of a totalitarian regime is a good thing. We should also remember that without this victory, then some of us in this board would have have been legally persecuted and even killed for our beliefs and lifestyles. Why not celebrate the end of a different totalitarian regime - the British Empire? Sure, why not, along with end of the French, Belgian, Dutch, imperial German, Spanish, Italian and Portugese empires.
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2020 10:32:40 GMT
On a purely personal note, my sainted old Mum and Dad would have been so proud to have been involved in this 75 year marker, but sadly both are gone now.
Their lives (and a generations lives) were completely and utterly altered by the war.
Due to being my parents son, I have also to attend funerals where relevant, despite having no faith ... I am required to 'pay my respects' as duty.
I am not seeking to persuade anyone ... I fully understand others views, whilst disagreeing.
Rog
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Post by JohnV on May 4, 2020 10:33:34 GMT
Perhaps because it is the final 'milestone' anniversary (75 years) when survivors may still be with us. It seems very sad when people seek to make political points out of an anniversary ... but each to their own. I will toast, remember the sacrifices made for us ... and make no apology for doing so Rog There have been a myriad wars throughout history, why is that one special? I can just about tolerate Remembrance Sunday because it is inclusive and is in memory of those who died in various wars. But celebrating a war victory is one small step away from glorifying war. I suggest those who like celebrating such things move to North Korea, where such stuff is mandatory. Yup nationalistic jingoism. That war is over, get over it. Iβm planning to buy a new BMW on May 8th. As to politicising a war anniversary - Oh the irony! The whole thing was all about politics, dumdum! For someone who claims to be intelligent, you occasionally come across as a complete and total plonker. Why is this one special ? Even you can't be truly crass enough to require it explaining. The evil (and I use that word in it's full meaning) of Nazi Germany unleashed horrors across all the lands it controlled, we probably even now still don't know the full barbarities that were carried out in it's name. It was one of those very few wars where there was no option but to fight, only by victory could the untold miseries that were being inflicted on millions of people throughout Europe be ended. Politics my arse TWAT
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2020 10:37:05 GMT
A significant moment in our history ... anyone have any plans ? (or had plans prior to the restriction) I know Jane has some Union flag bunting she is determined to display on the boat for the day. I certainly think an evening toast will be in order. Rog Just a reminder of the original enquiry ... wasn't seeking anyone falling out Rog ETA Jane now tells me she's baking scones so we can have an afternoon tea on Friday "Stands the chuch clock at ten to three, and is there honey still for tea ?"
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Post by Andyberg on May 4, 2020 10:55:27 GMT
I try to start threads that are none contentious. Rog Bloody Hell Rog...Youβre getting as bad as foxy for starting scraps on here lately! π±
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