A wee fraction of my forebears, strictly along the paternal line, hailed from the continent of Europe.Yet the rest of my lineage is overwhelmingly British and Irish, one might say.And do I concern myself with this? Not much, for it has not bestowed upon me riches or contentment. I still meander through life, seeking some … Continue reading British Bloodlines Unraveled
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Bloody Empire’s Shadows
I must confess, I hold no pride for my nation's past. The British Empire committed deeds as dreadful as any extreme dictatorships in history.I'm certainly no historian, and I won't pretend to possess knowledge of my ancestors' actions. All I know is that they committed terrible acts.Should I offer an apology? I apologize, but does … Continue reading Bloody Empire’s Shadows
