Why are the British such Rude Pompous Ass Holes to Americans? | |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 775747 Canada 06/11/2011 07:27 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Go easy on the Brits,hell they lost their empire. By the 70s their whole way of life became a huge crap fest. They seem to like us Texans or at least want to be us. That's common though...I mean who doesn't? Quoting: MothballSteady their fella. |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 728979 United States 06/11/2011 07:29 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Go easy on the Brits,hell they lost their empire. By the 70s their whole way of life became a huge crap fest. They seem to like us Texans or at least want to be us. That's common though...I mean who doesn't? Quoting: MothballSteady their fella. Don't rile the Texans! We're gonna be glad to have them before it's all done! |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 1387927 United States 06/11/2011 07:31 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Go easy on the Brits,hell they lost their empire. By the 70s their whole way of life became a huge crap fest. They seem to like us Texans or at least want to be us. That's common though...I mean who doesn't? Quoting: MothballSteady their fella. Don't rile the Texans! We're gonna be glad to have them before it's all done! Not even if its "chump the Texan or TXGAL4LIES? |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 1423294 United States 06/11/2011 07:31 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I would have to say most Europeans and bits that are rude to American travellers have deep down psychological envy towards us and are pissed that their ancestors didn't get out and come to America when the getting was good. They are also pissed because no European country really has much influence in the world sure Europeans are well educated but what do they really contribute to the world other than what has been invented or established by an American innovator, besides German beer because that is the best in the world. I'm sure that will loss most of you off that are over in Europe but if it wasn't for us loud dumb Americans your ass would be living under the Third Reich but hey you idiots let the European Union come into being so I guess It's not to far off from what was planned anyways. |
INK User ID: 1421670 United States 06/11/2011 07:33 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | BTW, my husband and I have vacationed in Florida quite a bit, and of course there are loads of Brits there on "holiday". Anyway, while staying in a motel near Disney World, we discovered some of the Brits staying there were walking to and from the park, and crossing multi-lane highways to do so. So my spouse, out of the goodness of his heart. took it upon himself to ferry a family of four to and from the park for three days so they wouldn't get run over on the highway. That's how "Yanks" do things. |
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Anonymous Coward (OP) User ID: 1423319 United States 06/11/2011 07:34 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Anyways the brought the TSA in to stop you guys traveling or to make the experience un-pleasurable, getting the hint. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1424232You can say that again! We had to take 10 different planes and two inter island Ferries to get there see all the islands. I don't care what country you are in, the security agents makes everyone feel like a criminal. I got pulled aside 4 different times and was had every inch of my body groped. I got groped in America 2 times, in Rome 1 time and in Spain 1 time. Flying used to be fun, now it's worse than miserable. And the sad thing is YOU PAY to be made to feel like a criminal! |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 1424232 United Kingdom 06/11/2011 07:37 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | BTW, my husband and I have vacationed in Florida quite a bit, and of course there are loads of Brits there on "holiday". Anyway, while staying in a motel near Disney World, we discovered some of the Brits staying there were walking to and from the park, and crossing multi-lane highways to do so. So my spouse, out of the goodness of his heart. took it upon himself to ferry a family of four to and from the park for three days so they wouldn't get run over on the highway. That's how "Yanks" do things. Quoting: INK 1421670Well that was very good harted of you, give me a call when your economy bottoms out, ill send you some food parcels. |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 728979 United States 06/11/2011 07:41 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | The last British person I met was rude and pompous but then it is fun to tease him. He is an okay guy in some ways. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1292002That is just how they are or how they seem. We've got three Brits, unconnected to each other, in my little town here in Colorado. One mumbles under her breath so nobody can understand her. One Brit's "gone native" and acts like an American. The 3rds one of the hardest workers I've ever seen, brilliant mind, and a wit that's sharp enough to fell a redwood in four words. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 1393708 United Kingdom 06/11/2011 07:42 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | If you meet them in ones and twos, they're as nice as anyone else. When they pack-up, they tend to out-do each other in "acting British" for fear of losing class. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 728979Nothing personal towards you, whatever show they put on pretending to be horrified at your very existence was for the sake of their peers. In ones and twos they're salt of the earth. I have had some British friends for years at another forum I go to and I love them to pieces and they are hilarious. I'm still in disbelief at how snobbish and put out they all acted to be around us. i'm shocked tbh. i love americans, and have never ever met one family of americans in the canaries, but i can assure you that if it had been my family you met you would have had the warmest welcome ever. what you have to realise is that arseholes exist in ALL countries. please don't let one or two bad experiences tarnish your opinions of an entire nation. that is incredibly shallow, and I think you're bigger than that. |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 769657 United States 06/11/2011 07:45 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | My Husband and I just spent a fortune traveling to the Canary Islands which turned out to be a big "holiday" place for the rude, pompous, ugly, fat, British. Quoting: American 1423319We went to five of the Canary Islands and were treated like shit by the British every where we went. They were snobbish ass holes to us even though we were very kind and polite. One young British cunt was sitting next to us in the restaurant at the hotel and would cover her fucking ears with her hands. My husband and I were talking very quietly like all the other diners. The snobbish Brits act like the Canary Islands belong to THEM and not the Spanish. Last year we took our family to Norway for vacation and also noticed that the British we encountered were very rude to us for no reason what so ever. Basically, just being at the same hotel they were in. The Brits call us fat Americans, etc. But let me tell you, Almost every single one of them were FAT and they all really did have bad teeth and OMG! You should see their feet! The resorts we stayed in were all 5 star so you had to have some money to go there. You'd think these "well to do" Brits would invest in some dentistry and a good pedicure. Yuch. This is true. My great grandmother was from Málaga, Spain, and she HATED the English. My other Portuguese relatives hated them too. They treat natives like they're idiots. They are such condescending idiots. Maybe it's good for them to be brought a few notches, but it's always the same the rich pigs ruin it for everyone. Most English people I meet that are normal working class joes, are kind and warm and more than willing to hear your POV. These spoiled rich royal fucks are bored and have nothing better tot do than act like perpetual toddlers. |
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Anonymous Coward (OP) User ID: 1423319 United States 06/11/2011 07:46 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I think this is like a usa v uk thread. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1419071Let's tell the truth we all have our own faults. Instead of having a go at each other we should be working to improve it. Cheers to that. That is what I'd like to see. All of us get along and have a great time with one another. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 1387208 United States 06/11/2011 07:46 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Wow I didn't know that Spain and Italy were also groping. Flying the friendly skies has a whole new meaning now. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1292002They just manhandle everyone everywhere. All to catch a shoe bomber. This is dumber than a 1984 scenario. TSA groped my 85 year old aunt. Hard to say if she was offended or flattered. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 1393708 United Kingdom 06/11/2011 07:46 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I think this is like a usa v uk thread. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1419071Let's tell the truth we all have our own faults. Instead of having a go at each other we should be working to improve it. no, it's not a USA v UK thread. op brings up some valid points. let's face it. brits abroad ARE obnoxious. especially in spain. on the other hand then USA are obnoxious abroad too. went to the Dom Rep 4 years back, and well, let's say no more about that. we ALL need to understand that we ALL have faults. none of us are perfect. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 1387927 United States 06/11/2011 07:47 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I would have to say most Europeans and bits that are rude to American travellers have deep down psychological envy towards us and are pissed that their ancestors didn't get out and come to America when the getting was good. They are also pissed because no European country really has much influence in the world sure Europeans are well educated but what do they really contribute to the world other than what has been invented or established by an American innovator, besides German beer because that is the best in the world. I'm sure that will loss most of you off that are over in Europe but if it wasn't for us loud dumb Americans your ass would be living under the Third Reich but hey you idiots let the European Union come into being so I guess It's not to far off from what was planned anyways. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1423294Typical....you have succumbed to the American propaganda machine, congratulations!.... In general i think Europeans have a much better standard of living than in the US, better working conditions, more vacations, vacations abroad, their food is much better quality, less crime, more history...... I think Americans are jealous of the rich history and culture that Europeans enjoy..... Most of the pioneering science comes out of Europe.... Newton Curie Faraday Voltaire Pasteur Watt Fleming to name but a few.......not to mention all of the literature and art....... Dont get me wrong, America is an amazing country, and in its few hundred years it has achieved much, like NASA (even though it was German scientist really that made it what it is, Verner von Braun..) However it is still in its youth as a nation, lets hope it can still be great nation for years to come, although things aint looking too bright right now......unfortunately. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 1424379 United Kingdom 06/11/2011 07:49 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I went to the Canaries recently and stayed in a very good hotel. There were plenty of Germans, a lot of Spanish and quite a few French; wonderful people, wonderful food in a wonderful location - all-in-all a fantastic holiday. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1424379To be honest I was quite pleased that there were not many Brits around, but not half as pleased that there was not a single over-bearing, loud mouthed asshole demanding attention the whole time I was there… I truly pity your fellow diners! My husband and I talked in a hushed manner, just like the rest of the people eating. Like I mentioned earlier. There were many German's and Spanish and they were very pleasant. Especially the Germans. It’s all cultural, German and Spanish people are very friendly and accommodating; Brits and French are a bit prickly and take a bit of time to get to know! But we love you all really xxx :D |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 1292002 United States 06/11/2011 07:50 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Wow I didn't know that Spain and Italy were also groping. Flying the friendly skies has a whole new meaning now. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1292002They just manhandle everyone everywhere. All to catch a shoe bomber. This is dumber than a 1984 scenario. TSA groped my 85 year old aunt. Hard to say if she was offended or flattered. Well it is always same sex on same sex. I find it very bizarre. They always want to look in your purse or bag if you go to concerts now also. You have to hold the purse open yourself in case it explodes. It is just so stupid. |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 1393708 United Kingdom 06/11/2011 07:54 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Why say British? do you know if they were English, Scottish, Northern Irish or Welsh? Brits abroad will be arseholes because they're there to have a good time, the Americans are pretty boring people. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1424432OP probably came across a family of chavs, and took offence to them. we'd have just ignored the stupid fucks. |