HORSEYS!

[blamebrampton]

Intellectually, I am all over the Republican side of things, but when it boils down to it, most politicians end up being twats or numpties, and despite the many shortcomings of the Monarchy, they really do cavalry tremendously well! I find I have confidence in a head of government backed up by swords on horseback.

That was a very satisfying wedding. Everyone looked terrific, or terrifically silly (which is just as good), the bride was the prettiest, no one else was dressed exactly like the Queen, and all the readings and lessons were generous and appropriate.

And I bet Harry volunteered to be in the kids' coach so he could encourage vigorous waving and giggling.

Comments

[chickenfeet2003.livejournal.com]

I find I have confidence in a head of government backed up by swords on horseback.

A very good argument for Oliver Cromwell.

[lil-shepherd.livejournal.com]

There are plenty of good arguments for Ollie, at least when compared to Charles I.

[chickenfeet2003.livejournal.com]

Indeed yes. Compared with most kings or queens.

[blamebrampton.livejournal.com]

I'm not convinced. I know too many Irish people to feel any affection for Cromwell.

[blamebrampton.livejournal.com]

Charles I was crap, but Cromwell was a mass-murdering bigot, so I can't make a good argument for either of them, I'm afraid.

[blamebrampton.livejournal.com]

He had more footsoldiers than Charles, who had more cavalry than Cromwell. Sadly for Charles, Cromwell also ended up with more guns.

[chickenfeet2003.livejournal.com]

But Cromwell's great contribution was creating a cavalry arm that could beat the Royalists. It was Cromwell's cavalry that was decisive at Dunbar and Worcester.

[blamebrampton.livejournal.com]

True, he did introduce a more structured style that swung things in his balance. Still dislike him profoundly, though.