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Happy st Georges Day

Pepy27 UTC details Ossessionato 2021 White Racing Sixties, 1959 Vespa 150 VBA, 1959 Lambretta Series 2 LI125, 1999 PX200E, 2012 BMW R1200R Joined: UTC Posts: 4170 Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
Pepy27 Ossessionato 2021 White Racing Sixties, 1959 Vespa 150 VBA, 1959 Lambretta Series 2 LI125, 1999 PX200E, 2012 BMW R1200R Joined: UTC Posts: 4170 Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire	UTC quote Pisses me off that to wave a George Cross or dare to celebrate being English always leads to the inevitable racism crap. I'm English and proud just as the Welsh, Irish and Scots are on our green and pleasant island(s). 8) Neutral

wobbly wheels UTC details Addicted GTS Super Black 2011 Joined: UTC Posts: 802 Location: Bedfordshire, England, UK
wobbly wheels Addicted GTS Super Black 2011 Joined: UTC Posts: 802 Location: Bedfordshire, England, UK	UTC quote Pepy27 wrote: Pisses me off that to wave a George Cross or dare to celebrate being English always leads to the inevitable racism crap. I'm English and proud just as the Welsh, Irish and Scots are on our green and pleasant island(s). 8) Thank you ... Keep it positive people...

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Treppenwitz

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I celebrate on the Eastern Orthodox calendar, so I'll reserve the festivities until May 6th.

In all seriousness, St. George was born within walking distance of my company's headquarters (and Israel's main international airport) in Lod (Lydda, back in his day).

Judging by the number of flags you see here every year, I'd say he's still considered a pretty big deal by the locals.

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Pepy27 UTC details Ossessionato 2021 White Racing Sixties, 1959 Vespa 150 VBA, 1959 Lambretta Series 2 LI125, 1999 PX200E, 2012 BMW R1200R Joined: UTC Posts: 4170 Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
Pepy27 Ossessionato 2021 White Racing Sixties, 1959 Vespa 150 VBA, 1959 Lambretta Series 2 LI125, 1999 PX200E, 2012 BMW R1200R Joined: UTC Posts: 4170 Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire	UTC quote I thought he was a Greek?

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Treppenwitz saggezza di scala 2009 'Burma Shave' Red GTS 250ie Joined: UTC Posts: 7068 Location: Israel	UTC quote Pepy27 wrote: I thought he was a Greek? Born to Greek parents (by most accounts) in Roman Palestine.

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Halijaro wrote:

georgeformby wrote:

Dr Zoidberg wrote:

Sadly it's a day where all too many people spend their time posting racist nonsense online.

Wondered how long it would be before anyone who dared utter 'Patriotism', is smeared as being a galloping racist.

It would more constructive to aim your criticism at those who use patriotism to further their bigoted agenda. There's lots to aim at, as Zoidberg pointed out.

Explain please.

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georgeformby wrote:

Halijaro wrote:

georgeformby wrote:

Dr Zoidberg wrote:

Sadly it's a day where all too many people spend their time posting racist nonsense online.

Wondered how long it would be before anyone who dared utter 'Patriotism', is smeared as being a galloping racist.

It would more constructive to aim your criticism at those who use patriotism to further their bigoted agenda. There's lots to aim at, as Zoidberg pointed out.

Explain please.

I don't want to put words in Halijaro's mouth, but these muppets spring to mind

Halijaro UTC details Molto Verboso '99 PX200 & GTS300 HPE SuperSport Joined: UTC Posts: 1486 Location: Cheshire, England, UK.
Halijaro Molto Verboso '99 PX200 & GTS300 HPE SuperSport Joined: UTC Posts: 1486 Location: Cheshire, England, UK.	UTC quote Thanks fleece. Yes, those idiots are a good example. Taking this no further as it will only head one way.

fleece UTC details Ossessionato 1991 Vespa T5 Pole Position, 2008 Vespa S 125, 2023 Piaggio MP3 300HPE Sport Joined: UTC Posts: 4424 Location: Staffordshire England
fleece Ossessionato 1991 Vespa T5 Pole Position, 2008 Vespa S 125, 2023 Piaggio MP3 300HPE Sport Joined: UTC Posts: 4424 Location: Staffordshire England	UTC quote Halijaro wrote: Taking this no further as it will only head one way. me too

wobbly wheels UTC details Addicted GTS Super Black 2011 Joined: UTC Posts: 802 Location: Bedfordshire, England, UK
wobbly wheels Addicted GTS Super Black 2011 Joined: UTC Posts: 802 Location: Bedfordshire, England, UK	UTC quote Makes me wonder how a HSG day thread has turned out like this??? Makes me furious that a proud English man is somehow labelled racists/bigoted when he wants to wish someone else HSG or even fly his own flag WTF... Maybe not my place to say this as im not the OP but LOCK LOCK LOCK !!! Negative

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SeldomDaisy Hooked (Vesuvius) LX 125 3V in Volcano Black Joined: UTC Posts: 280 Location: Essex, England	UTC quote wobbly wheels wrote: Makes me wonder how a HSG day thread has turned out like this??? Makes me furious that a proud English man is somehow labelled racists/bigoted when he wants to wish someone else HSG or even fly his own flag WTF... Maybe not my place to say this as im not the OP but LOCK LOCK LOCK !!! +1 Was thinking the same as I read through.. so sad

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Music Molto Verboso many Joined: UTC Posts: 1048 Location: NY	UTC quote Quote: Sadly it's a day where all too many people spend their time posting racist nonsense online. Without sounding like someone who is living with a bag over his head(no idea what's going on), why is this day associated with posting "racist nonsense". Racist against whom? Edit........I was PM'd the answer to my question Thanks! Rob ⚠️ Last edited by Music on UTC; edited 1 time

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RIP judy World Traveler 2007 LX150 Daring Plum Leonardo Da Vespa Joined: UTC Posts: 29303	UTC quote We just had a nun who was granted Saint status. St Marianne. She's from NY and has the same b'day as Jimbo and i. Patron Saint of outcasts. She worked with Father Damian over on the leper colony here. Now if we could only get it recognized as a holiday that would be cool. Positive

fleece UTC details Ossessionato 1991 Vespa T5 Pole Position, 2008 Vespa S 125, 2023 Piaggio MP3 300HPE Sport Joined: UTC Posts: 4424 Location: Staffordshire England
fleece Ossessionato 1991 Vespa T5 Pole Position, 2008 Vespa S 125, 2023 Piaggio MP3 300HPE Sport Joined: UTC Posts: 4424 Location: Staffordshire England	UTC quote kdude wrote: Happy St. George's Day! Guinness on me ! wrong country matey.. but i'll have one anyway if you're buying

Khal1977 UTC details Enthusiast Vespa et4 125 Joined: UTC Posts: 66 Location: Hornchurch. ..Essex ...UK
Khal1977 Enthusiast Vespa et4 125 Joined: UTC Posts: 66 Location: Hornchurch. ..Essex ...UK	UTC quote Dr .. u are so right Happy St. Georges Day To all .. enjoy and be well proud of our country.... as am asian brit I love my country and love its people .. tolerant and welcoming .. u get idiots everywhere .. but the vast majority of us are not like those who bring shame on the flag ......enough !!! lets have a great day Positive

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What have I done...

All of my family PROUDLY celebrate St Georges Day, always have, always will. I am proud of my country, its heritage, its language, its beautiful countryside and many many other things.

I just wanted to send you guys a happy message just like I did at Christmas and (for some of you) on your birthdays.

Im not a racist. I am a Vespa riding, 30 something, balding Englishman, and I just wanted all you good English folk to wish each other a nice day.

Sorry if I have upset any of you

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Markysparx wrote:

You haven't upset anyone, we should be proud of our country and be proud to fly our flag and celebrate, what's wrong with wishing all a happy st georges day, don't apologise because of a few peoples opinions mate

I am English and proud

Russ

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OP Markysparx UTC details Turnkey 79 2 helmets, 2 jackets, 4 spark plugs, 2 rear bulbs, some bolts, a spring, an ET rear rack, clear indicators and half a can of unleaded, but no bike! Joined: UTC Posts: 3646 Location: The British Countryside
OP Markysparx Turnkey 79 2 helmets, 2 jackets, 4 spark plugs, 2 rear bulbs, some bolts, a spring, an ET rear rack, clear indicators and half a can of unleaded, but no bike! Joined: UTC Posts: 3646 Location: The British Countryside	UTC quote sponsored by Iron Maiden?

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Khal1977 Enthusiast Vespa et4 125 Joined: UTC Posts: 66 Location: Hornchurch. ..Essex ...UK	UTC quote Marky have a great day Might catch u on a run

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OP Markysparx UTC details Turnkey 79 2 helmets, 2 jackets, 4 spark plugs, 2 rear bulbs, some bolts, a spring, an ET rear rack, clear indicators and half a can of unleaded, but no bike! Joined: UTC Posts: 3646 Location: The British Countryside
OP Markysparx Turnkey 79 2 helmets, 2 jackets, 4 spark plugs, 2 rear bulbs, some bolts, a spring, an ET rear rack, clear indicators and half a can of unleaded, but no bike! Joined: UTC Posts: 3646 Location: The British Countryside	UTC quote like this?

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RIP T5bitza69 Veni, Vidi, Posti T5s Joined: UTC Posts: 17005 Location: The West Of Yorkshire ... Gods Country	UTC quote killer no ..... this ....

OP Markysparx UTC details Turnkey 79 2 helmets, 2 jackets, 4 spark plugs, 2 rear bulbs, some bolts, a spring, an ET rear rack, clear indicators and half a can of unleaded, but no bike! Joined: UTC Posts: 3646 Location: The British Countryside
OP Markysparx Turnkey 79 2 helmets, 2 jackets, 4 spark plugs, 2 rear bulbs, some bolts, a spring, an ET rear rack, clear indicators and half a can of unleaded, but no bike! Joined: UTC Posts: 3646 Location: The British Countryside	UTC quote I like that. thoughts?

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Markysparx wrote:

+1. Here here Bruv!

OP Markysparx UTC details Turnkey 79 2 helmets, 2 jackets, 4 spark plugs, 2 rear bulbs, some bolts, a spring, an ET rear rack, clear indicators and half a can of unleaded, but no bike! Joined: UTC Posts: 3646 Location: The British Countryside
OP Markysparx Turnkey 79 2 helmets, 2 jackets, 4 spark plugs, 2 rear bulbs, some bolts, a spring, an ET rear rack, clear indicators and half a can of unleaded, but no bike! Joined: UTC Posts: 3646 Location: The British Countryside	UTC quote Pepy27 wrote: Pisses me off that to wave a George Cross or dare to celebrate being English always leads to the inevitable racism crap. I'm English and proud just as the Welsh, Irish and Scots are on our green and pleasant island(s). 8) Exactly x Thumbs up!

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ashbrook Ossessionato Vespa GTS Kymco AK550 Joined: UTC Posts: 3199 Location: London UK	UTC quote Markysparx wrote: Pepy27 wrote: Pisses me off that to wave a George Cross or dare to celebrate being English always leads to the inevitable racism crap. I'm English and proud just as the Welsh, Irish and Scots are on our green and pleasant island(s). 8) Exactly x Thumbs up! This

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voneschenbach Ossessionato A fracking cage sadly Joined: UTC Posts: 4000 Location: Seattle	UTC quote I just have this to say:

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