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Old 12-08-2010, 10:36   #11
Margaret Pilkington
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Re: British and Proud

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Originally Posted by garinda View Post
That's twice you've mentioned our lads, but not our lasses, who are also serving in war zones.

I support them all.



As Dave pointed out, there are plenty of ways to offer more practical support to our troops, rather than being urged to pass on this email, which did start in the States.

Reading the email didn't make me think of the sacrifices our lads and lasses are making, but just how thick and insular some of those are, who live in the country we are supposed to have such a 'special relationship' with.

I bet the person who originated this moving story has never left the trailer park, nevermind been on a plane to Cyprus...or anywhere else.



Thank you for pointing out my error Gary.......It was unintentional, perhaps I should have said the 'serving forces or troops'.......anyway, they all deserve recognition and support regardless of their gender.
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