GeforceThe US never attacked somalia as such
GeforceI can understand that having such a job as yours will probably make you more emotionally and that`s probably better, otherwise one can not really help these people if you don`t feel anything for them.
I was just expressing some grief about our western media trying to portret a kind of man that nobody wants.
GeforceI can understand that having such a job as yours will probably make you more emotionally and that`s probably better, otherwise one can not really help these people if you don`t feel anything for them.
I was just expressing some grief about our western media trying to portret a kind of man that nobody wants.
GeforceThe fact that France made a victory in 1648 (Westfalen, the turning point in history which was the start of the modern times) and ruled the continent from that point to deep in de 19th century (Bismarck) has nothing to do with this all? That the whole phylosophy on which the west is based (rationality) was discovered by 17th century frenchmen like Descartes. Ohh, and forgot about the Aufklaurung, Voltaire, Rousseau and Montesqieu.
Ohh and the Franco-Prussian war. I assume you are referring to the Seven-year conflict between Prussia+England and France+Habsburg(Austria)+Sweden+Russia. It was not just a conflict between two states. The reason why this war was lost is very simple, because Austria and France have never been allies before. France never fought against the Prussians, it were the Austrians who did. France tried to save its ass in Lousiana, Canada and the Indies.
`It also establishes the Second Rule of French Warfare: “France only wins when America does most of the fighting.” `
Ahh, ofcourse, it were the Americans who helped France in its war against the British back in 1776. Lafayette?
Some of you guys should really consult a history-book.
France lost the Spanish war of succession
Not 100%. In this war (and the previous nine-year war) France was still able to defend itself against the rest of Europe (Habsburg, UK, United Provinces). And France managed to keep the Spanish throne.
Thirty Years’ War: Although not technically a principal, they did manage to get invaded anyway. Amusingly, they claim a tie on the basis that eventually the other participants started ignoring them.
BS. Richelieu won this war because he backed (financially and militarilly) Christiaan of Denmark, the Swedes and the Dutch in their war with the Kaiser. France only participated actively after 1632, and made many victories.
The biggest mistake France ever made was cooperating with Suleiman and the Ottoman Empire against Habsburg (16h century). If France and Germany would have cooperated here, they would have succeeded pushing back the Turks from the Balkan long before the French Revolution.
Ohh and France surrendered to the Muslims. Strange, not long time ago I`ve been to Paris and on top of the Elysee there are still the words Egalite, Liberte and Fraternity instead of Allah Akbar.
Wheter you like it or not, the French, more than any other people have build our western culture. You have to admit that. Yeah I`m still proud to be 25% French :9
GeforceThe fact that France made a victory in 1648 (Westfalen, the turning point in history which was the start of the modern times) and ruled the continent from that point to deep in de 19th century (Bismarck) has nothing to do with this all? That the whole phylosophy on which the west is based (rationality) was discovered by 17th century frenchmen like Descartes. Ohh, and forgot about the Aufklaurung, Voltaire, Rousseau and Montesqieu.
Ohh and the Franco-Prussian war. I assume you are referring to the Seven-year conflict between Prussia+England and France+Habsburg(Austria)+Sweden+Russia. It was not just a conflict between two states. The reason why this war was lost is very simple, because Austria and France have never been allies before. France never fought against the Prussians, it were the Austrians who did. France tried to save its ass in Lousiana, Canada and the Indies.
`It also establishes the Second Rule of French Warfare: “France only wins when America does most of the fighting.” `
Ahh, ofcourse, it were the Americans who helped France in its war against the British back in 1776. Lafayette?
Some of you guys should really consult a history-book.
France lost the Spanish war of succession
Not 100%. In this war (and the previous nine-year war) France was still able to defend itself against the rest of Europe (Habsburg, UK, United Provinces). And France managed to keep the Spanish throne.
Thirty Years’ War: Although not technically a principal, they did manage to get invaded anyway. Amusingly, they claim a tie on the basis that eventually the other participants started ignoring them.
BS. Richelieu won this war because he backed (financially and militarilly) Christiaan of Denmark, the Swedes and the Dutch in their war with the Kaiser. France only participated actively after 1632, and made many victories.
The biggest mistake France ever made was cooperating with Suleiman and the Ottoman Empire against Habsburg (16h century). If France and Germany would have cooperated here, they would have succeeded pushing back the Turks from the Balkan long before the French Revolution.
Ohh and France surrendered to the Muslims. Strange, not long time ago I`ve been to Paris and on top of the Elysee there are still the words Egalite, Liberte and Fraternity instead of Allah Akbar.
Wheter you like it or not, the French, more than any other people have build our western culture. You have to admit that. Yeah I`m still proud to be 25% French :9
GeforceQuestion, I would like to make a two week trip to Schotland at the end of september. Is this possible or is it already too cold by that time.
GeforceQuestion, I would like to make a two week trip to Schotland at the end of september. Is this possible or is it already too cold by that time.
GeforceOriginally posted by JJ
I know, but it came with th PC. Those new cards are too expensive btw, 450 euros if you want a good one. I rally hate that 😡
True. And it`s not worth it, since I don`t play these games very often.Actually I only use my computer to check mails, read the newspapers and post here.
GeforceOriginally posted by JJ
I know, but it came with th PC. Those new cards are too expensive btw, 450 euros if you want a good one. I rally hate that 😡
True. And it`s not worth it, since I don`t play these games very often.Actually I only use my computer to check mails, read the newspapers and post here.
GeforceNo offence, but I don`t think people should cry in public. I hate the image the media is showing us of the `new man` who cries and is sensitive. Even though I can get emotional, it`s important you don`t show it in public, at least not in our western world.
GeforceNo offence, but I don`t think people should cry in public. I hate the image the media is showing us of the `new man` who cries and is sensitive. Even though I can get emotional, it`s important you don`t show it in public, at least not in our western world.
GeforceWell, actually there were a lot of Germans moving towards the United States, before it gained independence though. The state Georgia was mostly populated by German farmers who travelled to the New World, after Westfalen (1648), when it became clear Habsburg lost its power on the continent. Germany has never been a naval power, probably because for most of the Habsburg years, it was in a union with Spain and many republics in Northern-Italy, which were the colonial powers during that time (before England and France).
It`s strange that so many Americans are forgetting about their French roots and only focus on their relations with the Britons. Louisiana (Nouvelle Orleans) was created by the French, and up to today, this state still practises the civil law system (continental) instead of the common law (Anglo-Saxon).
Sean, before 1648 Germany aka the Holy Roman Empire was united, though the emperor was in a rather weak position, since he had to give most of his power to the protestant kings.
To get back on the original thread. I don`t think the US has failed. I mean, the term failed state is something invented by an american administration referring to countries like Iraq and Iran. So I don`t think using these exact words would fit in my idea. It has accomplished many things, was the first democracy which adapted the philosophy of Montesqieu, created the idea of a federation of states which had an enormous impact on Belgium for instance. People who want to create a structure for the EU, refer to the 1787, Philadelphia, with reasons. So basically, I think the US as a country is a succes.
On the other hand, there have been tremendous mistakes, like in every normal country (with the exception of North-Korea :p). The Civil war being the biggest.
During the cold war, I think the US did what it had to do at that time. Protect its citizens and its values. And so did Western-Europe. But with the evil empire off stage now, the US as the only superpower had to find a new challenge. This will be the pax Americana. I don`t find the US an evil country, I don`t think that this new war is just about oil. It`s about different cultures. Though the United States is a very multicultural society, more so than Europe, they don`t seem the understand that not everybody wants to have the same culture as the western. I think everyone should read Huntington`s Clash of Civilizations.
Therefor I don`t back anti-Americanism, though I don`t think this has a very big impact on Western-Europe so far. Even though there will be wounds left over from the current crisis, after Bush leaves office, relations between Western-Europe and the United States will reach a normal level once again.
The biggest problem according to me is situated in Europe, or what you can still call Europe ofcourse. Not between the London-Madrid axis on one hand and the Paris-Berlin axis on the other hand, but between Western-catholic Europe and eastern-orthodox Europe … Bulgaria and Romania who have lost many sympathy here, acting as prostitutes. :rolleyes:
GeforceWell, actually there were a lot of Germans moving towards the United States, before it gained independence though. The state Georgia was mostly populated by German farmers who travelled to the New World, after Westfalen (1648), when it became clear Habsburg lost its power on the continent. Germany has never been a naval power, probably because for most of the Habsburg years, it was in a union with Spain and many republics in Northern-Italy, which were the colonial powers during that time (before England and France).
It`s strange that so many Americans are forgetting about their French roots and only focus on their relations with the Britons. Louisiana (Nouvelle Orleans) was created by the French, and up to today, this state still practises the civil law system (continental) instead of the common law (Anglo-Saxon).
Sean, before 1648 Germany aka the Holy Roman Empire was united, though the emperor was in a rather weak position, since he had to give most of his power to the protestant kings.
To get back on the original thread. I don`t think the US has failed. I mean, the term failed state is something invented by an american administration referring to countries like Iraq and Iran. So I don`t think using these exact words would fit in my idea. It has accomplished many things, was the first democracy which adapted the philosophy of Montesqieu, created the idea of a federation of states which had an enormous impact on Belgium for instance. People who want to create a structure for the EU, refer to the 1787, Philadelphia, with reasons. So basically, I think the US as a country is a succes.
On the other hand, there have been tremendous mistakes, like in every normal country (with the exception of North-Korea :p). The Civil war being the biggest.
During the cold war, I think the US did what it had to do at that time. Protect its citizens and its values. And so did Western-Europe. But with the evil empire off stage now, the US as the only superpower had to find a new challenge. This will be the pax Americana. I don`t find the US an evil country, I don`t think that this new war is just about oil. It`s about different cultures. Though the United States is a very multicultural society, more so than Europe, they don`t seem the understand that not everybody wants to have the same culture as the western. I think everyone should read Huntington`s Clash of Civilizations.
Therefor I don`t back anti-Americanism, though I don`t think this has a very big impact on Western-Europe so far. Even though there will be wounds left over from the current crisis, after Bush leaves office, relations between Western-Europe and the United States will reach a normal level once again.
The biggest problem according to me is situated in Europe, or what you can still call Europe ofcourse. Not between the London-Madrid axis on one hand and the Paris-Berlin axis on the other hand, but between Western-catholic Europe and eastern-orthodox Europe … Bulgaria and Romania who have lost many sympathy here, acting as prostitutes. :rolleyes:
GeforceDon`t know JJ if it`s a joke. We`ll wait untill the 17th of March to find out.
GeforceDon`t know JJ if it`s a joke. We`ll wait untill the 17th of March to find out.
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