cgksheff Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 I can remember when nearly all public performances were started or ended with the playing of the National Anthem. My memories included cinemas and theatres. Not sure about football matches, but I have a feeling it may have been the same. You were expected to stand, but within my memories I'd see more and more people not bothering until it seemed to not happen anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I1L2T3 Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 Anyone remember Roy Hodgson trying to get England players to sing the anthem. Some of them just stared straight at the ground. http://m.huffpost.com/uk/entry/5429752 Thinking back, Gary Nevile was alleged to be an English republican who also didn't believe in god and many people thought that was the reason he never sung the anthem. ---------- Post added 21-10-2017 at 18:29 ---------- I can remember when nearly all public performances were started or ended with the playing of the National Anthem. My memories included cinemas and theatres. Not sure about football matches, but I have a feeling it may have been the same. You were expected to stand, but within my memories I'd see more and more people not bothering until it seemed to not happen anymore. It used to be played every night at shutdown on BBC TV, usually about midnight. Unthinkable now of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_bloke Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 Apparently viewing figures are falling for NFL matches and the broadcasters have started editing out the players (all of them, not just ones protesting) during the anthem. It would seem the target audience doesn't like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penistone999 Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 I admire Colin Kaepernick and those who have joined him in the 'taking a knee' protests against police brutality in the US. Far from being 'sons of bitches' as Mr Trump has referred to them, I think their actions are both brave and honourable. What's your view? I would Kneed to know more before making a decision Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GLASGOWOODS Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 Anyone remember Roy Hodgson trying to get England players to sing the anthem. Some of them just stared straight at the ground. http://m.huffpost.com/uk/entry/5429752 Thinking back, Gary Nevile was alleged to be an English republican who also didn't believe in god and many people thought that was the reason he never sung the anthem. ---------- Post added 21-10-2017 at 18:29 ---------- It used to be played every night at shutdown on BBC TV, usually about midnight. Unthinkable now of course. When I lived in County Mayo-2005-2006 the Irish anthem would be played midnight, and I would stand up with my ex and her family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hackey lad Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 I once took a knee , and it bloody hurt I can tell thee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lockdoctor Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 I admire Colin Kaepernick and those who have joined him in the 'taking a knee' protests against police brutality in the US. Far from being 'sons of bitches' as Mr Trump has referred to them, I think their actions are both brave and honourable. What's your view? The Hertha Berlin football players took a knee. You could do the same before you start work every morning to show your support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestTinsley Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 (edited) When I lived in County Mayo-2005-2006 the Irish anthem would be played midnight, and I would stand up with my ex and her family. Most trad Irish pubs do that ..especially if a rebel bands been on .. ---------- Post added 21-10-2017 at 23:41 ---------- . http://m.huffpost.com/uk/entry/5429752 Thinking back, Gary Nevile was alleged to be an English republican who also didn't believe in god and many people thought that was the reason he never sung the anthem. Good on him ..never heard that.. I remember when Daley Thompson got slated for not respectfully whistling God save the queens Edited October 21, 2017 by WestTinsley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil752 Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 I can remember when nearly all public performances were started or ended with the playing of the National Anthem. My memories included cinemas and theatres. Not sure about football matches, but I have a feeling it may have been the same. You were expected to stand, but within my memories I'd see more and more people not bothering until it seemed to not happen anymore. anthame remember that the US anthem is about a Nation, rather than ours being about a person. I truly believe if ours was about our country, people would take more pride Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernboy Posted October 22, 2017 Share Posted October 22, 2017 Can't stand the phrase "taking a knee", who actually says that? However, I think people should be free to stand/sit/kneel/lie down during the national anthem, if that's what they want to do. To insist that everyone adopts a particular position is a bit too controlling and weird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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