Speak English
An officer in the U.S. Naval reserve was attending a conference that included Admirals from both the U.S. Navy and the French Navy.
At a cocktail reception, he found himself in a small group that included personnel from both Navies.
The French Admiral started complaining that whereas Europeans learned many languages, Americans learned only English.
He then asked: "Why is it that we have to speak English in these conferences rather than you speak French?"
Without hesitating, the American Admiral replied:
"Maybe it's because we arranged it so you don't have to speak German."
The group became deadly silent.
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"MOST PEOPLE DO NOT LACK THE STRENGTH, THEY MERELY LACK THE WILL!" (Victor Hugo)
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