Krysia Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 I have just had this forwarded to me and can;t believe it! Godpreserve us from politicians... Forward this to as many people as possible!!! (British Citizens) The world-famous Red Arrows have been banned from appearing at the 2012 London Olympics because they are deemed 'too British'. Organisers of the event say that the Arrows military background might be 'offensive' to other countries taking part in the Games. The display team have performed at more than 4000 events worldwide, but the Department of Culture, Media and Sport have deemed the display team 'too militaristically British'. Red Arrows pilots were said to be 'outraged', as they had hoped to put on a truly world class display for the Games, something which had never been seen before. Being axed from a British-based event for being 'too British' is an insult - the Arrows are a symbol of Britain . The Red Arrows have been excellent ambassadors for British overseas trade, as they display their British-built Hawk aircraft all over the world. The Arrows performed a short flypast in 2005 when the winning bid was announced, but their flypast at the Games was to have been truly spectacular. It is to be hoped that common sense prevails If you disagree with this decision, sign the petition on the link http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/RedArrows2012/?ref=redArrows2012 Forward this on to everyone you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyren Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 To be fair, the petition site itself points out that the Red Arrows have not been banned from performing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggy Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 it does not seem that the red arrows have been banned but i signed the petition, they are part of our our British ID & it would be sad if they were not considered for a part of the opening/closing ceremony. I'm sure other countries would not worry about being politcally correct, we have lots of foriegn tourists who watch red arrows displays Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 Are they banned or are they not? I can't fathom this out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 I'd read (can't remember where) that there was talk of them being banned (possibly a hoax) but that it wasn't actually the case. I sincerely hope that they do get to display as I'm a great fan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 the story is complete rubbish..... rabble-rousing nonsense from the same kind of people who spread ridiculous stories about the European Union wanting straight bananas these stories exist just to fill the pages of the Daily Mail and the Sun.. http://www.raf.mod.uk/reds/teamnews/index.cfm?storyid=66845B01-1143-EC82-2E376B2F89D95041 Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 I've signed - we have an RAF base on our doorstep (almost) with lots of lovely Chinooks. Near enough to Farnborough for displays too. The Red Arrows often buzz our house - squeals of delight from me especially when I am in the garden at the time (and they go really low over the house too)! Keep those Hawks flying - anywhere! Kooj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronze Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 Its another one of those emails. Complete and utter rubbish. Check out the Red Arrows website http://www.raf.mod.uk/reds/teamnews/index.cfm?storyid=66845B01-1143-EC82-2E376B2F89D95041 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krysia Posted March 20, 2008 Author Share Posted March 20, 2008 Thanks fir this guys I have forwarded it to the person who sent it to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...