Ah yes, the French, or what (some) Americans find of the French...
Where I think it makes a great statement and photograph, the writer argues:
"They think they are funny : the French are so sure of
their superiority that they believe they can proclaim stereotypes against
themselves as a form of humor. They are surprised when foreigners take them
literally.
A good example is when French astronaut Patrick Baudry
flew on the US shuttle in
1985, wearing a "beret basque" : it was an excellent way to proclaim
to the world "France =
beret + red wine" instead of "France = technology". Too bad
for French exporters..."
It makes great reading, until you understand that the guy is serious (he doesn't think he is funny!). Of course, he really talks about Americans, not about the French.
Oh well, I had a look at that website and didnt understand the mesage that good. But as a german I can say this about the french:
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-likewise a rich cultural heritage
-they beheaded their king
They may be arrogant, but at least they dont drowse everything wich Ketchup before showeling it down with loads of sugary piss.
You're right : why shoud wearing a beret be in opposition with technology ?
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