Published: 10 April 2007
Britishness, we note, is much discussed. Indeed, the very existence of our national characteristics is under attack. Many Britons, though, believe in them, and would judge them to encompass a certain attractive reticence, a nicely understated sense of humour and an unabating interest in the weather.
But there are others which I trust will also find their way into the new Britishness tests, including a strong commercial instinct (as recognised by both Napoleon Bonaparte and the current Ministry of Defence), a penchant for small wars and sport, a talent for invention and fabled shortcomings in the catering department. continue...
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