I was visiting a relly in a German garrison town. A man came up to me and slowly and loudly asked in plummy English if I knew where something or other was. I carefully listened to every word before replying "No idea mate, I only arrived here five minutes ago". His face was a picture and I suspect he was thinking wait 'til I see you in barracks.
The relly took me to Overloon tank museum, in the cafe he asked for a couple of drinks and was completely ignored. It was only when I spoke to him in English the staff apologised and explained they thought we were Germans!
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