We are waiting for the long-promised invasion. So are the fishes.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Churchill uses dark humor to note that while Britain waits for invasion, the local fish population has also been waiting, implying stagnation or inevitability.
- In plain terms
- He jokes that even the fish are waiting for the invasion.
- What can you take from it?
- Humor can cope with long delays or high stakes.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does humor help in crisis?
- What does this joke say about British morale?
Another view
Dark humor may not resonate with those facing real danger.
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