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Bobby F. · 07-05-2005, 07:07 PM

"WHY IS IT THAT WE HAVE TO SPEAK ENGLISH?"

A US Navy Admiral was attending a naval conference that included admirals from the US, English, Canadian, Australian and French Navies. At a cocktail reception, he found himself standing with a group of half dozen or so officers that included personnel from most of the countries.

Everyone was chatting away in English as they sipped their drinks, but a French admiral suddenly complained that, whereas Europeans learn many languages, Americans learn only English. He then asked: "Why is it that we always have to speak English in these conferences rather than speaking French?"

Without hesitating, the American Admiral replied: Maybe it's because the Brits, Canadians, Aussies, and Americans arranged it so you wouldn't have to speak German."

Lee · 07-05-2005, 07:38 PM

Originally posted by Bobby F.:
"WHY IS IT THAT WE HAVE TO SPEAK ENGLISH?"

A US Navy Admiral was attending a naval conference that included admirals from the US, English, Canadian, Australian and French Navies. At a cocktail reception, he found himself standing with a group of half dozen or so officers that included personnel from most of the countries.

Everyone was chatting away in English as they sipped their drinks, but a French admiral suddenly complained that, whereas Europeans learn many languages, Americans learn only English. He then asked: "Why is it that we always have to speak English in these conferences rather than speaking French?"

Without hesitating, the American Admiral replied: Maybe it's because the Brits, Canadians, Aussies, and Americans arranged it so you wouldn't have to speak German."

Funny!

Fleet · 07-05-2005, 07:52 PM

It's also very true.

Janice · 07-05-2005, 07:56 PM

Munsters#1 · 07-05-2005, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bobby F.

Without hesitating, the American Admiral replied: Maybe it's because the Brits, Canadians, Aussies, and Americans arranged it so you wouldn't have to speak German."

Damn straight!

Pus$y Galore · 07-05-2005, 08:53 PM

TOUCHE!!!!

ABlairican Pie · 07-05-2005, 10:18 PM

Tres amusant!

MsOrange · 07-05-2005, 10:43 PM

gotta love it

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07-05-2005, 07:07 PM	#1
Bobby F. Banned!! "Bob hates you." Join Date: Nov 30, 2004 Posts: 3,803	"WHY IS IT THAT WE HAVE TO SPEAK ENGLISH?" "WHY IS IT THAT WE HAVE TO SPEAK ENGLISH?" A US Navy Admiral was attending a naval conference that included admirals from the US, English, Canadian, Australian and French Navies. At a cocktail reception, he found himself standing with a group of half dozen or so officers that included personnel from most of the countries. Everyone was chatting away in English as they sipped their drinks, but a French admiral suddenly complained that, whereas Europeans learn many languages, Americans learn only English. He then asked: "Why is it that we always have to speak English in these conferences rather than speaking French?" Without hesitating, the American Admiral replied: Maybe it's because the Brits, Canadians, Aussies, and Americans arranged it so you wouldn't have to speak German."

07-05-2005, 07:38 PM	#2
Lee Senior Member veteran member Join Date: May 23, 2001 Location: Caledonia, Mississippi Posts: 4,015	Originally posted by Bobby F.: "WHY IS IT THAT WE HAVE TO SPEAK ENGLISH?" A US Navy Admiral was attending a naval conference that included admirals from the US, English, Canadian, Australian and French Navies. At a cocktail reception, he found himself standing with a group of half dozen or so officers that included personnel from most of the countries. Everyone was chatting away in English as they sipped their drinks, but a French admiral suddenly complained that, whereas Europeans learn many languages, Americans learn only English. He then asked: "Why is it that we always have to speak English in these conferences rather than speaking French?" Without hesitating, the American Admiral replied: Maybe it's because the Brits, Canadians, Aussies, and Americans arranged it so you wouldn't have to speak German." Funny!

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