[skeeter]

If most Brits find a sense of national identity and traditional continuity in the ceremonies, then more power to them. Given the recent influx of none westerners into that country a little tradition is probably a very good thing.

Besides, I'm sick of the iconoclasts in this country who destroy our traditions for no other reason than thats what iconoclasts do.

[miss marmelstein]

You’ve put your finger on it exactly. These royal events bring out in droves what’s left of patriotic British “subjects”. That’s a VERY good thing. I think when the Queen goes though, the whole country is going to fall apart. That is: unless Prince William turns out to have all her genes (which I doubt) and kicks his dad to the curb (which I also doubt).

And so many people in this country tear down our traditions because it seems to be the fun thing to do. This has always confused and appalled me. I love tradition. It’s what ties us to our past and future.