John Bull was beat at Waterloo! They'll swear to that in France.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- References a famous military defeat that is acknowledged by the enemy.
- In plain terms
- John Bull lost at Waterloo and even the French admit it.
- What can you take from it?
- Defeat is often acknowledged even by the victors.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does admitting defeat matter?
- What does war teach nations?
Another view
It relies on a specific historical event unknown to all.
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