Well, first of all I really love the brits. Visited the UK a dozen times and never had any issues with anybody. And it is true, we have a lot in common I mean A LOT 😅 I like the food despite so many people think it‘s horrible and I love the banter between our countrys. But you only can enjoy it really if you get the humor and I think that the Germans in general are funnier than their reputation. The only thing that bothers me a bit is „the war thing“. Don‘t get me wrong, you can mention the war I personally don‘t care at all. In fact on the contrary I like to discuss about it because i'm a bit of a history nerd 😁 But the thing is, in britain it is like a religion and everyone is taking pride out of it as if they had experienced it themselves. Even if they are at a very young age and when it comes to football for example, that's where the ugly face shows itself. But the problem is: The Germans don‘t really give a thing about it, it‘s all very one-sided and if you sing „ten german bombers“ or stuff like that: Nobody is offended 🤷🏻♂️ So that‘s a thing I don‘t like and can‘t really understand but besides that I love the brits 🥰
I am Prussian, from Vienna. I honestly love the English countryside, pubs, humor, breakfast, football, music and Lord of the Rings. Peace and joy to 2023
@@TransoceanicOutreach Prussia or Königsberg no longer exists, but if his family fled from there 1945, he may still identify with his roots. It's simple: he is a German/Prussian living in Austria 👏
Being British I have nothing but pure respect for German people…despite our “slight disagreements” over the years people here really do admire the German people 🇬🇧❤️
the shell magnet The Germans are a fine people, no doubt about it. Determined and driven, it's in their nature. Not to forget, we are the same people of course.
I served in Germany, in HM forces, for nearly 10 years off and on. I found our German cousins polite and courteous, and great company when socialising. I often worked along side German servicemen who were professional in all respects. 🇩🇪🇬🇧👍
Very similar career, I enjoyed my tours and as a pads bratt grew up in Celle & Lippstadt. Germans are very polite and generous. Myself and my wife enjoy visiting Germany for the wonderful food and traditions (Octoberfest) being one!
Me too, I served in an infantry regiment in Berlin in the 1980s and again as a bricky in the 1990s all over western Germany! I love the Germans ... you can have a good old drink and laugh with them! 🇬🇧🇩🇪
Yeah, ditto. I was born in Wegberg and spent ten years (on and off) growing up out there, as an Army brat. We lived all over Munster, Detmold, Soltau and Lubbecke, so got a feel for how different it was in the various regions. Had a great time, including working two summers in a German meat factory before I went off to join the RN. My boss there had been on the Russian Front and used to challenge me to see how long we could stand the fast freezer without a parka...he always won! 😅
Their English is absolutely amazing! As a Brit I've got nothing but respect for the Germans. Beautiful country and they've built themselves a really impressive society.
It's remarkable that a leftwing dictatorship took over a continent, lost the war, then ended up ruling that same continent anyway, and ruined it by importing barbarians. Apart from that, a damned impressive nation. 🤣
Germany and Netherlands are best for English speakers. Very heavily industrialised with impressive car plants and offices near Frankfurt, the airport is masterclass there. I visited it recently and the infectious culture is everywhere.
@English-_-Labourer22 Yes, well, Germsnic anyway. The Jutes were from Denmark. The point is the Anglo saxons were germanic culture, which in modern day England we still have remnants of, ie Wassailing, our language, a love of meat and beer etc😆 I felt very at home when I visited Germany x
Nationalities are a construct, your born in a country, nothing to show what or who you are, and you die in the same state, all the nonsense poured into hou in between those two points is man made
Dear Chris Lyne, British English is the ONLY TRUE and ORIGINAL English Language . To me ( I am German and I studied Brit. English and other languages and their history at university ) American English is a mere, relatively young DIALECT of British English...not a separate Language ...and this American Dialect certainly lacks the sophistication in pronunciation and usage when compared to THE ORIGINAL ;)
@Chrystal108 Reading 40% of English comes from Old English, which started as the language of the Anglo-Saxons, so Germans. Of course the other 40% is Norman French, then Latin and a few other nations that we 'borrowed' for a few centuries. I think the sentence structure ect is still Germanic though, i know English is still classed as a Germanic language. Just put it this way, we're closer cousins than Britain and America are.
@@archiewoosung5062 ..your are stating sth obvious... ;) People ( everywhere) tend to imitate what is around them...that also goes for US American accents in places like Frankfurt... that still doesn't make US English a separate LANGUAGE ;) nevertheless, dear Archie Woosung...I love your playlists on your channel ; wonderful and heartwarming ;)
The Germans are fantastic. Everyone I have met have had a great sense of humour and a good outlook on life. Everyone should have a crazy German in their lives.
I was pleasantly surprised. I watched Germans' opinions on yanks and it was very negative. I'm so pleased they like us! German comedian Henning Wehn is great and we share a similar humour. The Germans all seemed very likeable too!
Deutsche und Briten sind eigentlich wie zwei Brüder aus einer Familie. Manchmal streiten sie sich aber am Ende halten sie zusammen. Und das ist gut so.
It wasn't very friendly when I was child during WW2, when 60 million were killed during that miserable time That group being interviewed I bet never heard of their wicked past!
There is a saying in Germany that shows that Germans value the English culture and way of life very highly. When someone misbehaves, you say, "That's not the fine English way." This means that good English behavior is a role model for Germans.
As a German, I would say the "fine English way" is more like making fun of British/English stereotypes. I don't know if you read Harry Potter, but Neville's grandmother Mrs. Longbottom is the perfect example for this stereotype. So we usually use this saying rather sarcastic.
@@Jerry1848_Luetzow Calling it "doing a Polish/Polak(Poland)" here with the same meaning though. To the question asked below I guess its more banter than a literal "official" saying
I'm over 80 and I'm so pleased that our attitude about Germany has changed so much and for the better, in my life time ! And yes I think that young German, has got a English accent and can pass as a Brit !
The Germans are a GREAT nation, they have many fine qualities, they are industrious, hard working, disciplined, well educated, and they produce some of the finest engineers in the world. The German's RESPECT engineers like no other nation. The British and Germans share many similar traits- we are genetic cousins after all. They are also the toughest people we have ever crossed swords with. Many of them also speak impeccable English! ^^^^ RESPECT to Germany from Blighty! :)
Yeah, it wouldn't surprise me if some of the Germans and Brits or every European is somehow still blood related. If you've gotten some knowledge about European history.
I love the UK, I have family there and spend almost every vacation there when I was a kid. British food is great imo, I never liked that mint sauce or those dry af peas tho, but British Breakfast is just awesome. I like to think of the British and the German as cousins.
Britain does have Germanic roots. If the Vikings and Norman's didn't invade the British Islands German and English language would be more similar as today. My opinion.
I have a great fascination for the United Kingdom. From my point of view, both countries are very similar. Both are rich and deeply conservative nations with a very long and complex shared European and global history, a similar language - both West Germanic - a great passion for football, and an obsession with beer and alcohol in general. I lived in Canterbury for six months on an Erasmus exchange. I didn't find it difficult to adapt to the culture at all. Northern European culture is key here - of course, the Netherlands or Scandinavia are also very similar to Germany, and yes, Austria and Switzerland are even more similar to Germany. But I have been able to identify a more significant difference with Southern Europe, even though there are of course similarities there as well ;) Sure, there are still differences with the UK: the biggest one for me is: the UK is an island and Germany is not, even though we have access to parts of the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. I heard a quote where someone said: You are sea people and we are forest people ;) I find this one very accurate because it leaves its mark on the culture. Greetings from Berlin, you really are a great guy, keep up the good work!
I once heard that there are less forests in Britain because they needed all the wood to build their countless ships in the past centuries as a nation of sailors before vessels were made of iron or steel. But I don't know if that's true.
Germany would be a lot better off if it was conservative. It really isn't. Neither is the UK. They're driving themselves into the ground along with all of Western Europe
I spent many years working with the British Army and the Deutsch Das Heer. They are most alike separated mostly by language. They are very much alike in thought processes and honor. I was privileged to work with both to serve NATO.
Great video, I've been to Germany many times and really like it as a country - great to hear what these people think, but wow was I blown away by how flawless their English was, absolutely stunning!
Worked in Germany for a while, got to say I love the Germans. They have a similar humour and they like a beer or two and are always polite, shame our history was tarnished by a few Idiots but hopefully that makes us closer now.
Nice video, thanks. In reality we are not so far apart, our national dishes have a down to earth flavour, we both love beer and we both love down to earth honesty in the people we meet. I've met and worked with many Germans and have always had respect for them.
I served in West Germany in the British Army in the 1970's for over 3 years, and I loved it and will never forget that. There are so many similarities between Germany and the UK. We are more alike with Germans, than with any other nation in the world IMHO.
My Grandad served in the British Army in West Germany on and off from the late 1950s - 70s. My Nanna is German. My mum was born there and lived in Germany until she was 16. She doesn't think of herself as German though as she says there's no difference between German and England!
My wife and I , have visited Germany many times . We have always felt welcomed and Like it very much . We have been amazed at how alike we are , Infact we spoke together about it and said why did we go to war with these people because they are our people .We think alike we act the same .Love the Germans Love Germany
Unfortunatetly Hitler destroyed all good relashionships that the Germans had in the past. Only now after 75 years after the war people can see, that Germans are normal people like others. They are suprisely very kind. This people suffered too much with the war. All country were destroyed and mor than 14 million Germans expelled from theier homeland in East of the coutry: Pomerania,Silesia and East Prussia. Greetings from Brazil
The Germans also destroyed the Herero people of Namibia between 1904 and 1908. Go and look that one up it’s a particularly unpleasant act of barbarism. And no there isn’t anything the British Empire ever did that was as bad as that no matter what the Irish and Indians would have you believe.
@@jasonallen9144 Sounds like 'someone has read a book'. Well done. Have a pat on the head, a lie down and then read some more books. Therein lie the secrets of balanced opinion.
Well, we largely come from these peoples in Germany, the Anglo Saxons. It's the only country that the English really could call "mother country". Our language is largely of German roots also.
@@dylanmurphy9389 Great Britain which is the people of ish populate British isles. But we are a different peoples within the Kingdoms with different origin
The first words I heard from Henning Wein were "You British say we Germans have no sense of humour. We don't find that very funny" (huge laugh) He was definitely in.
A very funny man who can throw sparky insults you can't help laughing at. I have mentioned him to my German mates - they've never never heard of him! They're missing a treat.
@@Scaleyback317 Yes. His references to 'goose-stepping' when he returns to the Fatherland are hilarious. He has a wonderful sense of irony and the only people he's taking the piss out of are the Brits.
@@millyjames7891 And himself - We Brits really do like people who can laugh at themselves or willingly set themselves up for a piss take. Wehn is a gem, which is why I reckon his mum is hiding the fact that his real dad is a Brit probably drunk out her skull one night in Dortmund and some squaddie from the Kaserne with a skip in his step, a glint in his eye and 10 deutschemakrs in his wallet lagered her up and did his bit for Blighty. A gestation period later Henning is gifted to the world of comedy. Just a theory - don't shoot me for it!
@@ABC-48483 Well, we largely come from these peoples in Germany, the Anglo Saxons. It's the only country that the English really could call "mother country". Our language is largely of German roots also.
I'm British and really enjoyed this and was pleasantly surprised. There are aspects of Brits abroad that I am generally ashamed of but it's nice to hear some honest views from younger Germans. Would love to go to Germany some day.
I done a Rhine Cruise and would say it's the best way to see the country. From lovely villages, to major cities and the odd fairytale castle thrown in, it was a great experience. Whatever you choose just go, you won't regret it, you will find something you love guarenteed.
Honestly.. you should go! I have been to quite a few cities and towns.. The rural parts looked stunning but I havent spent enough time to remark on it. it is one of my favourite countries in Europe. And the people are brilliant!
The Germans are very similar to us, Brits. When I went there I loved the place and the people. The drink and the food were really good apart from the lack of vegetables. I only saw a carrot once, and someone else ate it.
Lots of love for Germans and Germany 🇩🇪 I used to speak German pretty well as a kid but couldn't understand a word the lady said without subtitles. It makes me wonder how long it would take to relearn the language?
I spent almost one year in London for an internship and shared the flat with a welsh mate. I have to say that there are a few subtle differences, what I had to adjust the most to is what is appropriate to talk about in a casual setting. The borderlines are drawn closely but then again have some dangerously distant areas. Brits are very relaxed on the grittiest humor even on work, and talking about the weekends pup desasters, but actual personal subjects like health and sexuality must be communicated in the most careful way. In Germany it’s the complete opposite, black humor or irony, and tales from night outs might get you a puzzled look and discomfortable silence, whereas Germans never shy away discussing their health record or relationship like being at the doctors.
Thank you for this. .. my sport team (german guys) talk about exam results more than the adventures from a night out. As a brit I couldn't understand but now I do.
Brits always think germans are stereotipical rule followers,which is not totally wrong,but there are many unwritten social rules in britain ,they really want to be followed,too.the rules are just different.
I think in the UK it's more focused on being polite whereas in Germany it's more focused on orderliness. So for example British people wouldn't care if someone crossed the red when there was a red light if there were no cars around, but they'd get very angry if someone cut in front of a queue.
@@jdg9999 basically. If you speed at night on an empty road and some folk saw you they'd probably just nod and understand here. Meanwhile in Germany it'd break their mind that someone can actively break a law.
I mean all the Germans who I have met in the UK who have left Germany state the beaurocractic rule following as one of the reasons they are glad to have left.
I’m half English half German. Every time I go there, there are small and big elements that remind me of England. People’s mannerisms, the general feeling of common sense and looking at the bigger picture. I’m talking about the people and not the politicians of course, but that’s not to be taken for granted. Going to Italy or France feels far more different. There is a homely atmosphere throughout Germany and I’ve heard Germans say the same when they come to the UK. Rural parts of England like where I live in the New Forest, vs parts of Bavaria for example look absolutely identical.
The British (especially the English) & the Germans have a LOT more in common than they're aware of. 1. Many in the UK are descended of Anglo-Saxons (a Germanic tribe from Northern Germany) & it means that many in the UK actually trace back their ancestry to modern day Germany 2. English is a Germanic language (if you observe both English & Deutsch closely you'd notice that there are countless words of common origins, including those in daily usage - Morning/Morgen, Good/Guht, Night/Nacht etc.) 3. The UK Royal Family trace its roots to present day Germany. House of Saxe-Coburg & Gotha. Saxony, Coburg & Gotha are all in Germany 4. Both love their sausages & beer 5. Prevalence of timber-framed houses & many many more Cheers to the brotherhood between UK & Germany !!
I always found Germans more like kindred spirits to us Brits, very much on the same wavelength. I met many when at University and a few while I lived in Spain and they became great friends. I am not an 'English Exceptionalist', I learnt Spanish, even had a Spanish girlfriend and befriended lots of nationalities but the Germans (and Dutch and Scandis) all seemed 'closer' in personality (it is probably due to their good level of English) - all thoroughly decent people. I even think they have a wickedly dry sense of humour. Yes, their (lack of) humour stereotype is very unfair!
I‘m from Schleswig-Holstein which is the most northern state in Germany. I think Germany specifically northern Germany is *very* and I mean *VERY* similar to England and maybe even whole Britain. We have a lot of cultural similarities even tho the history of both countries was quite different. Both countries are divided into north and south between Catholics and Protestants, the dry and sarcastic humor, the food and pastry culture and the overall mannerisms of the people.
@@Taegukgi.001Mathey didn't create England, they were an immigrant group that made a moderate impact on the existing indigenous population. The First Settlers were from Iberia and still to this day over 50% of the collective DNA of white British people is this Iberian DNA. I don't know why so many English people propogate the untruth that the major part of our DNA is anglo-saxon. I assume it is down to ignorance rather than a willfull misrepresentation.
@@AIJimmybad Have you considered that Iberians at the time were at least partly Germanic? If we are talking 2000 years ago, Iberia's population wasn't remotely the same as that of modern-day Spain. The English are definitely not Halstatt-Nordics, but there is no doubt they are significantly Germanic in origin.
You found quite a few people who speak excellent English in Ulm! I'm pretty surprised about that since the south of Germany usually tends to have a much thicker accent compared to other parts of the country which makes some people wary of actually having a conversation in English like that.
It's because us south germans have to learn how to speak german without accent for school and business while we keep it among friends and family. Not all are able to drop their accent and few are able to drop it perfectly but I think it's because we have to make the effort to do so we might be more able to reduce the accent in foreign languages. Just an idea the opposite could still be the case though since north german accents resemble english more in sound.
I lived and worked in Germany just before the Euro became the default currency, and it was one of my best working life experiences. I worked usually 6 days a week and would walk about 5 miles from the hotel to work and do about 12hrs days and walk back. most people would think that is an unpleasant experience, It was not, it was great, no need for a gym and the scenery was great. the Germans I worked with were wonderful and full of kindness and intelligence, we had a lot of laughs and great banter. I miss those days and not a week goes bye the I don't think of that time in that Great Country. in short the food was great, the beer was great and the people were out of this world.
Great Britain has, apart from a couple of occasions, had a very good relationship with Germany - many of us have old links to the Saxon settlers, our language was once much the same, but has separated over the centuries. Very interesting video 👍
The British are more eccentric and creative and Germans are better at making things work. Just compare the windows: sashs look great but are drafty guillotines. German windows are less pretty but sturdier, practical and open two ways. There should be a lot more collaboration: British creative design underpinned by German engineering => world beating results!
No offense, but if we could choose then italian, scandinavian or even french design are far superior. There are only a few beautiful designs like old for example
Both have good histories of inventing things and advancing society. Just because you are German doesn't make you a better engineer or just because you are British doesn't make you more witty etc.
I was several times in the UK, from Faslane in Scotland to Plymouth in England and quite a bit inbetween. It was always a pleasure being there. Of course, I noticed some differences, but in comparison to the similiarities, they are miniscule. Most noticeable to me where three things: 1. getting in touch with brits is much easier than with germans, but staying in touch is much harder. 2. the british obsession with class ... can't get my head around that. 3. british humour is dryer, punchline based (I'm looking at you, Jimmy Carr), relies much more on a quick witted brain (yes, Lee Mack springs to mind) and more self-deprecating, but the Germans are better at being really silly or goofy My love of the indian cuisine was birthed in Plymouth. After kicked out of the pub at 10p.m., I consoled myself by buying everything on the menu from a indian take-a-way. Like so many children, it was conceived drunk. Nevertheless, I loved it and this experience made me learn how to cook proper indian currys. I owe you, Plymouth! The one thing, brits do better then any other country: panel shows. From HIGNY to the Big Fat Quiz of the year (and everything inbetween) ... just ... wow!
Not sure about the 'class' thing - I've never actually known anyone who ever mentions class and I wouldn't know which class I'm supposed to fit into. Also, getting in touch and staying in touch ... I think I might be an exception to the rule. I met an exchange student from just outside Bonn on Chesil Beach (Portland ... yes, I suspect you might also be a Matelot). That was in 1980 and we're still in touch via email, at least once a month. Indian food is arguably the best British food ;-) and I have a great affinity for the Germans.
Judging by your 'locations' I guess you were a 'Matrose'. I used to be in the RN and spent some time at FOST in Devonport. If you were in the German Navy you will know what that means! The Bundesmarine had a permanent detachment there. They were all excellent blokes (apart from their CO who was a bit miserable most of the time). Notably all of them were over six foot tall and had blonde hair which, in our view, went very well with the uniforms! The Germans had exactly the same sense of humour as us which usually entailed mercilessly taking the mick out of each others navies and naval traditions. Lots of German sailors had what we called 'comedy beards' and of course LONG HAIR!! They thought our action snacks were totally unimaginative - always mince! We thought theirs inedible - pickled fish, pickled cabbage!! And of course we had one major thing in common - the ability to drink each other under the table. Prost!
@@roverboat2503 I participated four times at FOST :) best exercise ever. I was a submariner at the time and we were the sparring partner for the ASW training all the time. Most important lesson I learned there: the british navy is by far the best on the whole. Their asw units sometimes almost caught us. And that is really, really something. We had to be on our toes 24/7 when training with the RN. Not so much, if it were other NATO units. I've served on U-20 (the one that "sunk" the USS Enterprise). The second most important lesson: don't drink with the brits on their turf. One observation, I found quite interessting, was, that we were outdrunk by the brits up until 22:00. But, if drinking longer, we outclassed them. So, in drinking terms: the brits are sprinters, due to the closing time of the pubs, were as the krauts are long-distance runners - steady drinkers from dusk til dawn. Another observation: there is british humour, german humour, french humour, but most noticeably: there is a sailor's humour. And it's quite different from all the other froms. Except the british humour, becaue it fathers the sailors humour due to the fact that quite literally every navy on this planet is a copy cat of the british navy. Uniforms, ship types, tactics, large parts of the vocabulary and last but not least: the humour. Taking the piss out of each other all day and all night. I wasn't a matrose (which would be an able rank in the RN), but a petty officer. the lowest rank on a submarine, though. Well, and yes, I'm blond and 6'2'', love pickled fish (but not the cabbage). The long hair is long gone or changed places respectively.
@@zapoth Ahh the U-20. She was there when I was at FOST. She looked really sleek, especially when compared with our subs with all their missing sonar tiles.
@@roverboat2503 U-20 was a good sub. The class 206 was especially build for shallow waters (i.e. baltics). Quiet, very hard to detect, but not very persistentt: food and water would only last for 4 weeks. That was the main weakness. Well, that and snorkeling. Not so quiet and stealthy when you fire up two diesels. The british nukes on the other hand could go on for months. Did you know, that german subs had an underwater speaker? And that you could play music (for the fishies)? Well, it was for the underwater telephone, but we used it sometimes for musical inspiration of the asw units above. The keep up their spirit, when desperately looking for a german sub, that supposed to be there ... somewhere ... close ... aparently. :D
I'm British and spent 15 years driving trucks all over Europe, I love Germany, it's a beautiful country, love the food too! I found, especially in the south and Bavaria they are not so keen on us. One thing that does separate us though and probably the rest of the world is our piss taking and sarcasm! Nobody does it like us! Sometimes it's cruel beyond belief, makes me so proud to be British
Are you *sure* ? I thought it was the Bavarians who invented the Oktoberfest Chicken Song & Dance? And for that matter the Alpine one where they amble around in a circle kicking each other up the arse! *Both stand PROUDLY amongst History's greatest pisstakes* .
I worked in Berlin for four years in the 90’s, It was an awesome place, everyone wanted to try out their English and had to problem being corrected. It would always end up me speaking German and them speaking English and correcting each other. I four year holiday.
I served in Berlin late 1980s and agree. I loved the place and liked the people. The trains ran on time and the streets were clean, bratwurst on every street corner and coffee to die for. They can keep their gassy beer.
I think we share a lot in common due to a temperate climate, it’s a shame that we’ve been at war a couple of times. I’m glad to have spoken to a few Germans, they seem to appreciate our coastline and Scotland/Wales/Ireland a lot.
I lived in Germany (Hameln) when i was in the Army in the late 60s and I found them extremely friendly. I got talking to several German men who either served in the German Army or were POWs during the war and they held no animosity towards us. I never bought another drink that night. I also love the German food and I have to say that I enjoyed their beer more than English. I have had holidays in Germany and enjoyed them immensely. Hameln was a beautiful town when I was there, please visit it if you go to Germany.
I worked in Braunschweig and one day all the people in the office asked me if milk men were a real a thing or just a wind up. They thought it was so funny that there are people delivering milk on an electric milk float before everyone gets up. They were absolutely delighted when I said it’s true and thought it was crazy
My partner plays online games a lot and has made good friends with two German people .. me and him are scousers and its always funny hearing them get confused about our accents and how we pronounce things. We have to remind them that we dont all sound like we are from London here as that seems to be the default that most people outside of the UK go to when they think of accents. All i can say is the Germans are incredibly friendly and so funny when it comes to banter. We hope to travel and visit Germany one day as well as other places outside of the UK. I love seeing the love shared between us its so refreshing.
I think it's very important, to show people from different countries and cultures, what there similarities AND differences are, to explain and clarify prejudices and views of each other! The way you do it, is really interesting and funny, so thank you so much for that. I think your channel is underrated and with me, you've got a new German subscriber! 😊
Well i never had the pleasure of meeting any of you brits in person, but as a musician i´ll have to fanboy for a moment; Queen, the beatles, the sex pistols, Massive attack, the prodigy, i mean come on! Awesome doesn´t even begin to describe what i feel for british culture, really. Those songs are connected to some of my best moments ever. Ricky Gervais? That dude is soo funny to me, and afterlife was one of my favorite things in life for a little while, insightful too. Alan watts, Shelley, Tolkien, Orwell, Dahl, Dickens; i feel i owe these persons more than words can say. Speakers corner in london, fantastic idea! That´s what i have to say about brits without ever meeting one actually. Tally ho lads and gals!
I really like visiting Germany, had some lovely holidays there. Got on really well with the German people, everyone we met was really friendly. My hubby was in the forces so he spent a lot of time in Germany doing the navigation and radar on the air fields. I to think we are very similar and have a lot in common. Always enjoy visiting Germany.
Really enjoyed watching this, very good! I’ve met a few German people in London and have always really liked them. Their grasp of the English language is brilliant. Danke ❤
I enjoyed this thanks. I lived in Germany for quite a while ( before and after the wall came down) and was always impressed by it's will to move forward and reinvent itself as a country. Having lived and worked there, I not only picked up the language, but also learnt to understand the humor, which was at the time "careful" but none the less funny. In many ways were not that different, but we British have had a habit of re floating their dark history as if we own it like property. Germany have learnt a lot from us and we have benefited greatly from relations with them but could be much closer. I miss my time there X
I'd say there is a kind of pragmatical typically Germanic-rooted Central European attitude towards life that makes us similar and slightly different to a more Mediterranean perception.
"Don't mention the war!", to cite John Cleese or Basil Fawlty; my probably weirdest (or most sympathetical?) experience as a German was in Norwich in 1999: I was in a church close to Norwich Market, just appreciating its beauty, when an older English guy came to me, who was a kind of churchwarden. He showed me around, and finally said to me: "Do you know what I like most about the Führer? That he bombed our church, so that all the old dark stained glass was broken, which was replaced by clear glass; so we have a bright church today!" Was this British humour? Or was he just pulling my leg? I never found out, but I thought it was amazing to hear someone of the older generation talk about the war in such a way!
I'm English and have been to Germany several times and loved it every time. I think the Germans and the Brits have quite a lot in common. One difference that struck me on my first visit back in 1981 when I was 19 years old, I was in a railway carriage by myself so I took off my shoes and put my feet up on the seat opposite to sleep. After a while an old woman walking past, slid the carriage door open and began shouting at me in German and gesticulating at my feet. Even thought I didn't understand the language, I knew she was saying something like "GET YOUR FEET OFF THE SEAT. HOW DARE YOU BE SO DISRESPECTFUL. SOMEBODY ELSE HAS TO SIT ON THAT", so I immediately put my feet down and away she went. I thought to myself, 'that wouldn't happen in the UK'. Someone of her age might worry that she would be met with disrespect and even abuse in return ... but I wished that the UK was a little more like Germany for that. There should be more respect in our society. I never put my feet on another seat in Germany, the UK or anywhere else. Good for her.
As the daughter of a german mother who was born in germany but grew up in england, it`s true that germans are often very outspoken and will have no hesitation in making their views known, many brits have been chastised for not waiting for the red light at the traffic lights even when there is no traffic on the road !! This is done for the benefit of any child/ren who could be watching and might try that themselves when alone !! And woe betide anyone who dares to walk on a cycle path, in Germany cycle paths are strictly for cyclists and pedestrians stay on the pavements, they do not cross bounderies, unlike many english !!
I'm English as well, whereabouts you from? 😃 I'm in Kent right between Dartford/Bexleyheath! + please tell me when you been to Germany. You have at least been to the Theme Parks: Phantasialand/Europa Park?
@@mikekaraoke I live in Cheltenham. I went to visit various friends in Hanover, Bonn & Wurzburg in 1981. Then I visited Berlin with my work three times + a long weekend with my wife between 2003 and 2008. I've never been to any theme parks. I went to the wedding of my friend's uncle in 1981 and was made to feel VERY welcome. The party was fantastic with that drinking song "Ein Prosit, Ein Prosit der gemütlichkeit ..." about every 30 minutes so everyone was getting pretty well oiled and having a great time. Also, do you remember "The Birdie Song"? Well, I'd never heard it before, so assumed it was some German folk song with it's dance that I joined in with. I laughed my head off when I got back to the UK and found out it was just some novelty song that managed to get into the charts.
@@nikossolomou9507 Ah so Gloucestershire bloke then, I do hope you mean you never been to any theme parks in Germany and not in general?? lol Never been Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures, Alton Towers, Legoland Windsor( or what it was before that Windsor Safari Park)??? etc Nice so you been to a few different parts of Germany, one of my fav parts is Munich! Ah yes the drinking song: drinking song "Ein Prosit, Ein Prosit der gemütlichkeit lol Do I remember the Birdie Song. Come on it is in pop culture + still plays on radio, in TV documentaries, Films, Series, Family Parties etc! Was only played on a repeated of Top of the Pops on BBC Four a month ago as well 🐤😂 You been to any parts of Kent?
I joined the British Army in 1973 and my first posting was to Nienburg on Waser. First time I'd ever been out of the country and first time I'd ever flown. The first notable thing was how clean everywhere was; no litter anywhere. The beer was fantastic as was the food and the people. In the UK back then you couldn't get a drink until 11:00 but in Germany you could get a drink at breakfast time. I had the great fortune to stay with a German family when grape picking for them on the Rhone (arranged by the army), skiing on excercise Snowqueen in deep Bavaria both of which were absolutely brilliant. Lots more I could add. Germany is a fantastic country with beautiful people, outstanding scenery and excellent food and beer. I recommend it!
According to some of my relatives who fled Germany for their lives to Britain, there are quite a few differences they noticed, having lived in both countries. However the love of beer and football is indeed something they have in common.
The reality is the Brit’s and Germans are two sides of the same coin, the only real difference is the Germans are serious by nature and the Brits not so, before the 20th century we were allies, though this was mostly with Prussia as Germany did not become a nation until 1871.
I love GB. Im personally quite attached to it in a strong way, even though Ive never been there. I have a few very good friends in Scotland and talking to them kinda made my english sound scottish. As a few people in the video said, the different, exciting people are just great and when I think of Britian compared to Germany, I always have to think of GB being more peaceful than Germany somehow.
As a Brit i love Germany and the German people, they are friendly, the company i work for often has Germany workers come over here to carry out some work and they are so friendly, i will be meeting up with them in December when i go to Munich :)
GB has invaded more counties than any other country on earth and the one of the only power to have dominated the entire world for almost 200 years. No, peaceful, not so much, Germany is nothing in comparison even with the two world wars. But today, peaceful, yes.
love british music speaking of 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s music and some modern stuff, love drum and bass and the culture, which is legendary. A lot of movies and tv series I can think of positively, especially because of the dark humor and their sense of sarcasm and irony, which the germans are lacking. I also love the boxingscene over there.
I think the U.K. and Germany have an almost sibling relationship, very lovingly aggressive to each other…Germany is the country I think I could relate to the most 🇬🇧🇩🇪
Many people in England often see themselves as English followed by German due to the Anglo Saxon ancestry, especially out of the city where tradition/culture is held onto unlike London. I love Germany, the people, food, tradition, architecture, art…
I read an interesting point a few years ago that the body language between the Brits and Germans was almost indistinguishable, and the English and German languages sound so similar to people who can't speak either they can't tell which is which.
I've never encountered dishonesty from Germany,French or the UK, from the business side, which is very important. I have been doing business with Germany for a long time
My mate wore doc martens once. I called him lesbian shoes for our entire fishing trip. Hasn't wore them since 😂 he was furious. Couldn't stop laughing. Best fishing buddy ever 😂
Well, first of all I really love the brits.
Visited the UK a dozen times and never had any issues with anybody. And it is true, we have a lot in common I mean A LOT 😅 I like the food despite so many people think it‘s horrible and I love the banter between our countrys. But you only can enjoy it really if you get the humor and I think that the Germans in general are funnier than their reputation. The only thing that bothers me a bit is „the war thing“. Don‘t get me wrong, you can mention the war I personally don‘t care at all. In fact on the contrary I like to discuss about it because i'm a bit of a history nerd 😁 But the thing is, in britain it is like a religion and everyone is taking pride out of it as if they had experienced it themselves. Even if they are at a very young age and when it comes to football for example, that's where the ugly face shows itself. But the problem is: The Germans don‘t really give a thing about it, it‘s all very one-sided and if you sing „ten german bombers“ or stuff like that: Nobody is offended 🤷🏻♂️ So that‘s a thing I don‘t like and can‘t really understand but besides that I love the brits 🥰
Thanks for your lovely comment!. We love the Germans too! :D
@@yourtruebrit Thank you mate. If you ever going to visit Nuremberg let me know 😊
@@beglubbttv I will be soon, Nuremberg is a very expensive city the food was so expensive :D
@@yourtruebrit It depends on where you eat 😅 you really need to try „Drei im Weggla“ and „Schäufala“ 😏
@@yourtruebrit Nuremberg surely isn't more expensive than Munich though?
Some of these lads could pass for English. their English is spot on almost without an accent
yeah the lad with the glasses especially, would’ve took me a while to realise he wasn’t British if I didn’t know already
Spot on!!!
Better English than 90% of Brits
@@GlitchNectar Better assessor of most sausage rolls too 🙄
English and German are essentially the same race.
I am Prussian, from Vienna. I honestly love the English countryside, pubs, humor, breakfast, football, music and Lord of the Rings. Peace and joy to 2023
and to you too
England is shithole.honestly
"Prussian from Vienna"???????
I am equally confused. I am a Londoner, born and bred in Dublin.
@@TransoceanicOutreach Prussia or Königsberg no longer exists, but if his family fled from there 1945, he may still identify with his roots.
It's simple: he is a German/Prussian living in Austria 👏
Being British I have nothing but pure respect for German people…despite our “slight disagreements” over the years people here really do admire the German people 🇬🇧❤️
im British and i totally agree. i love the German people.
I’m British and I agree.
the shell magnet
The Germans are a fine people, no doubt about it. Determined and driven, it's in their nature.
Not to forget, we are the same people of course.
@@silversurfer640 Spot on mate 👍
I have no problems with Germans at all…. It’s the French I can’t stand! Lol 😂😂😂 just kidding!
I’m British and I have lots of respect for the Germans. They’re our closest in Europe. Strong, dependable, honourable people.
DANKE
Well, your ruling religious family are German
Agree.
I'm British and I agree 👍
Also British - also agree. Fine folk
I have always considered the Brits, the Germans and the Dutch to be brothers - we might not always see eye to eye but we have a lot in common.
Well, we largely come from these peoples in Germany, the Anglo Saxons.
What, mistrust of the French? 😛
@@zenzombie72 😆😆😆😆i lol'd
@@zenzombie72 thats just good sense
"...Brits, the Germans and the Dutch to be brothers." and the Flemish, perhaps even more so.
I served in Germany, in HM forces, for nearly 10 years off and on. I found our German cousins polite and courteous, and great company when socialising. I often worked along side German servicemen who were professional in all respects. 🇩🇪🇬🇧👍
Very similar career, I enjoyed my tours and as a pads bratt grew up in Celle & Lippstadt. Germans are very polite and generous. Myself and my wife enjoy visiting Germany for the wonderful food and traditions (Octoberfest) being one!
Me too, I served in an infantry regiment in Berlin in the 1980s and again as a bricky in the 1990s all over western Germany!
I love the Germans ... you can have a good old drink and laugh with them!
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Yeah, ditto. I was born in Wegberg and spent ten years (on and off) growing up out there, as an Army brat. We lived all over Munster, Detmold, Soltau and Lubbecke, so got a feel for how different it was in the various regions. Had a great time, including working two summers in a German meat factory before I went off to join the RN. My boss there had been on the Russian Front and used to challenge me to see how long we could stand the fast freezer without a parka...he always won! 😅
You are always welcome here in your second Anglo Saxon homeland.....we are family....🤗
They really are the stereotype about them is so wrong.
Their English is absolutely amazing! As a Brit I've got nothing but respect for the Germans. Beautiful country and they've built themselves a really impressive society.
Danke, You guys are pretty cool also 🤜🤛
@@kranson8514 i agree i've never met a german i didn't like.
It's remarkable that a leftwing dictatorship took over a continent, lost the war, then ended up ruling that same continent anyway, and ruined it by importing barbarians. Apart from that, a damned impressive nation. 🤣
Germany and Netherlands are best for English speakers. Very heavily industrialised with impressive car plants and offices near Frankfurt, the airport is masterclass there. I visited it recently and the infectious culture is everywhere.
Um... only Germans who speak English were shown, of course! :D
Germanic brothers 🏴❤🇩🇪
Our cultures are really quite similar and it shows.
Very similar. When I went to Germany i felt quite at home actually
Very similar indeed. We should have fought together 1914
The Germans created England 🏴 ♥ 🇩🇪 therefore, we are a very similar people. No more brother wars 🍻
@English-_-Labourer22 Yes, well, Germsnic anyway. The Jutes were from Denmark. The point is the Anglo saxons were germanic culture, which in modern day England we still have remnants of, ie Wassailing, our language, a love of meat and beer etc😆 I felt very at home when I visited Germany x
@@benfisher1376 After going thru hostile France.
Am a British man i have no trouble saying how much i love the Germans
It's called brotherhood
Yes, I like a nice young German myself on a Saturday evening if the weather is poor.
Give me a German over a Frenchman any time! I've never personally met one German I didn't like ❤
Nationalities are a construct, your born in a country, nothing to show what or who you are, and you die in the same state, all the nonsense poured into hou in between those two points is man made
As a British woman, I agree with you. 😊❤🇩🇪🇬🇧
The thing I love most about the Germans is that they still learn British English and not American English. Nothing could touch my heart more ❤
Dear Chris Lyne, British English is the ONLY TRUE and ORIGINAL English Language . To me ( I am German and I studied Brit. English and other languages and their history at university ) American English is a mere, relatively young DIALECT of British English...not a separate Language ...and this American Dialect certainly lacks the sophistication in pronunciation and usage when compared to THE ORIGINAL ;)
@Chrystal108 Reading 40% of English comes from Old English, which started as the language of the Anglo-Saxons, so Germans. Of course the other 40% is Norman French, then Latin and a few other nations that we 'borrowed' for a few centuries. I think the sentence structure ect is still Germanic though, i know English is still classed as a Germanic language.
Just put it this way, we're closer cousins than Britain and America are.
Try visiting Frankfurt; in regions where the US was the occupying force, think you'll find more American accents among the locals than British.
@@archiewoosung5062 ..your are stating sth obvious... ;) People ( everywhere) tend to imitate what is around them...that also goes for US American accents in places like Frankfurt... that still doesn't make US English a separate LANGUAGE ;) nevertheless, dear Archie Woosung...I love your playlists on your channel ; wonderful and heartwarming ;)
@@chrystal108reading4 I was simply responding to the claim that Germans learn British English rather than American
The Germans are fantastic. Everyone I have met have had a great sense of humour and a good outlook on life. Everyone should have a crazy German in their lives.
Thanks for all the kind comments Germany, nothing but respect for you guys - from your british neighbour! :)
I was pleasantly surprised. I watched Germans' opinions on yanks and it was very negative. I'm so pleased they like us! German comedian Henning Wehn is great and we share a similar humour. The Germans all seemed very likeable too!
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Deutsche und Briten sind eigentlich wie zwei Brüder aus einer Familie.
Manchmal streiten sie sich aber am Ende halten sie zusammen.
Und das ist gut so.
Both secretly wanna be Americans but they can't admit that so they hate on them to make themselves feel better
Unfug
Stimmt genau...
Unsere ECHTEN Brüder sind doch die Italiener und die Japaner (joking)
Es tut mir leid, aber ich spreche kein Deutsch, also über Google Translate.
Ihre Worte sind wahr!.
Wir lieben die Deutschen.
It's good to see Brits and Germans getting along. There is far too little of this going on. Please more.
It wasn't very friendly when I was child during WW2, when 60 million were killed during that miserable time That group being interviewed I bet never heard of their wicked past!
I am an Englishman, I love my German brethren.
I'm proud to be both 🇬🇧 & 🇩🇪
Me too
me too
There is a saying in Germany that shows that Germans value the English culture and way of life very highly. When someone misbehaves, you say, "That's not the fine English way." This means that good English behavior is a role model for Germans.
As a German, I would say the "fine English way" is more like making fun of British/English stereotypes. I don't know if you read Harry Potter, but Neville's grandmother Mrs. Longbottom is the perfect example for this stereotype. So we usually use this saying rather sarcastic.
Yeah and then there is the "French exit" if you leave friends or a party without saying goodbye or like anything. 😂
@@Jerry1848_Luetzow damn, do you know where that comes from?
@@Jerry1848_Luetzow Calling it "doing a Polish/Polak(Poland)" here with the same meaning though.
To the question asked below I guess its more banter than a literal "official" saying
@@Jerry1848_Luetzow leaving initially of figurativly via the french balcony maybe?
I'm over 80 and I'm so pleased that our attitude about Germany has changed so much and for the better, in my life time ! And yes I think that young German, has got a English accent and can pass as a Brit !
You done fuck all in your 80 years you clown
@@Heimbach1966 don’t insult an elder
@@pinkboy1181
🤣 you cam fuck off with them useless bastards
I wish more people your age thought like you
Why oh why should they pass as a brit
The Germans are a GREAT nation, they have many fine qualities, they are industrious, hard working, disciplined, well educated, and they produce some of the finest engineers in the world. The German's RESPECT engineers like no other nation. The British and Germans share many similar traits- we are genetic cousins after all. They are also the toughest people we have ever crossed swords with. Many of them also speak impeccable English! ^^^^ RESPECT to Germany from Blighty! :)
Yeah, it wouldn't surprise me if some of the Germans and Brits or every European is somehow still blood related. If you've gotten some knowledge about European history.
@@Tommusix All Europeans are descendants of the Emperor Charlemagne.
@@thewomble1509 most of us don't care one bit
As a brit, I'm learning German right now, it's such a cool country and I love the people!
I love the UK, I have family there and spend almost every vacation there when I was a kid.
British food is great imo, I never liked that mint sauce or those dry af peas tho, but British Breakfast is just awesome.
I like to think of the British and the German as cousins.
Britain does have Germanic roots. If the Vikings and Norman's didn't invade the British Islands German and English language would be more similar as today. My opinion.
I have a great fascination for the United Kingdom. From my point of view, both countries are very similar. Both are rich and deeply conservative nations with a very long and complex shared European and global history, a similar language - both West Germanic - a great passion for football, and an obsession with beer and alcohol in general. I lived in Canterbury for six months on an Erasmus exchange. I didn't find it difficult to adapt to the culture at all. Northern European culture is key here - of course, the Netherlands or Scandinavia are also very similar to Germany, and yes, Austria and Switzerland are even more similar to Germany. But I have been able to identify a more significant difference with Southern Europe, even though there are of course similarities there as well ;) Sure, there are still differences with the UK: the biggest one for me is: the UK is an island and Germany is not, even though we have access to parts of the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. I heard a quote where someone said: You are sea people and we are forest people ;) I find this one very accurate because it leaves its mark on the culture. Greetings from Berlin, you really are a great guy, keep up the good work!
I am glad you didn't find it difficult to adapt to the culture :)
I once heard that there are less forests in Britain because they needed all the wood to build their countless ships in the past centuries as a nation of sailors before vessels were made of iron or steel. But I don't know if that's true.
Agree with the ubove.
Germany would be a lot better off if it was conservative. It really isn't. Neither is the UK. They're driving themselves into the ground along with all of Western Europe
@Marmotte it's true.
I spent many years working with the British Army and the Deutsch Das Heer. They are most alike separated mostly by language. They are very much alike in thought processes and honor. I was privileged to work with both to serve NATO.
The Germans are like our long lost cousins.
Our two countries could achieve great things together,if we worked at it.
Almost like they should join some kind of union together
@@gusryandefinitely, just without all the weirdos from Belgium etc
big brother from across the pond - not in favour
A lot of nice comments from these German people. I didn't expect these responses. Thank you from a Brit.
Great video, I've been to Germany many times and really like it as a country - great to hear what these people think, but wow was I blown away by how flawless their English was, absolutely stunning!
Worked in Germany for a while, got to say I love the Germans. They have a similar humour and they like a beer or two and are always polite, shame our history was tarnished by a few Idiots but hopefully that makes us closer now.
Nice video, thanks. In reality we are not so far apart, our national dishes have a down to earth flavour, we both love beer and we both love down to earth honesty in the people we meet. I've met and worked with many Germans and have always had respect for them.
I think brits and germans are very similar - love the german sense of humour
I served in West Germany in the British Army in the 1970's for over 3 years, and I loved it and will never forget that. There are so many similarities between Germany and the UK. We are more alike with Germans, than with any other nation in the world IMHO.
We are very alike with Ireland
Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada 👀
My Grandad served in the British Army in West Germany on and off from the late 1950s - 70s. My Nanna is German. My mum was born there and lived in Germany until she was 16. She doesn't think of herself as German though as she says there's no difference between German and England!
As a Brit having visited Germany many times absolutely brilliant people /food/culture everything about the country is spot on
My wife and I , have visited Germany many times . We have always felt welcomed and Like it very much . We have been amazed at how alike we are , Infact we spoke together about it and said why did we go to war with these people because they are our people .We think alike we act the same .Love the Germans Love Germany
@@Momoa786 Here you go again. Your new nickname is 'thrush'.
Unfortunatetly Hitler destroyed all good relashionships that the Germans had in the past. Only now after 75 years after the war people can see, that Germans are normal people like others. They are suprisely very kind. This people suffered too much with the war. All country were destroyed and mor than 14 million Germans expelled from theier homeland in East of the coutry: Pomerania,Silesia and East Prussia. Greetings from Brazil
The Germans also destroyed the Herero people of Namibia between 1904 and 1908. Go and look that one up it’s a particularly unpleasant act of barbarism. And no there isn’t anything the British Empire ever did that was as bad as that no matter what the Irish and Indians would have you believe.
@@jasonallen9144
Sounds like 'someone has read a book'. Well done. Have a pat on the head, a lie down and then read some more books. Therein lie the secrets of balanced opinion.
@ cottam no need for the patronising tone
I love this video!😅
And also a lot of love for Germany from a Brit🇬🇧❤🇩🇪
Well, we largely come from these peoples in Germany, the Anglo Saxons. It's the only country that the English really could call "mother country". Our language is largely of German roots also.
@@Anglo-Britthe English can call the British isles that too. The native Britons didn’t just spawn there, they also came from continental Europe
@@dylanmurphy9389 Great Britain which is the people of ish populate British isles. But we are a different peoples within the Kingdoms with different origin
The first words I heard from Henning Wein were "You British say we Germans have no sense of humour. We don't find that very funny"
(huge laugh) He was definitely in.
A very funny man who can throw sparky insults you can't help laughing at. I have mentioned him to my German mates - they've never never heard of him! They're missing a treat.
@@Scaleyback317 Yes. His references to 'goose-stepping' when he returns to the Fatherland are hilarious. He has a wonderful sense of irony and the only people he's taking the piss out of are the Brits.
@@millyjames7891 And himself - We Brits really do like people who can laugh at themselves or willingly set themselves up for a piss take.
Wehn is a gem, which is why I reckon his mum is hiding the fact that his real dad is a Brit probably drunk out her skull one night in Dortmund and some squaddie from the Kaserne with a skip in his step, a glint in his eye and 10 deutschemakrs in his wallet lagered her up and did his bit for Blighty. A gestation period later Henning is gifted to the world of comedy. Just a theory - don't shoot me for it!
Respect to the Germans for their excellent language skills. Funny to hear their British regional accents coming through!
We here in 'Dutchland' are always very happy when the Brits and Germans get along..... for pratical reasons I admit ;-)
nothing better than a party with germans :D
Just let us pass freely next time
Wha?
Aren't the English actually German?
@@ABC-48483 Yes and no
@@ABC-48483 Well, we largely come from these peoples in Germany, the Anglo Saxons. It's the only country that the English really could call "mother country". Our language is largely of German roots also.
I'm British and really enjoyed this and was pleasantly surprised. There are aspects of Brits abroad that I am generally ashamed of but it's nice to hear some honest views from younger Germans. Would love to go to Germany some day.
You should. I've been there often and only have positive things to say about it.
I done a Rhine Cruise and would say it's the best way to see the country. From lovely villages, to major cities and the odd fairytale castle thrown in, it was a great experience. Whatever you choose just go, you won't regret it, you will find something you love guarenteed.
Lol u should see Germans abroad 😂
Honestly.. you should go! I have been to quite a few cities and towns.. The rural parts looked stunning but I havent spent enough time to remark on it. it is one of my favourite countries in Europe. And the people are brilliant!
@@Larkinhawk they can see us on the sunbeds next to the pool, standing there all sad that they didn't think of putting their towels out early!
The Germans are very similar to us, Brits. When I went there I loved the place and the people. The drink and the food were really good apart from the lack of vegetables. I only saw a carrot once, and someone else ate it.
The food’s shite.
Bugs bunny had it
You saw a carrot?! Where!!!? How?!?!?! 😂
They have a thousand ways to do cabbage, absolutely delicious slaws and salads
@@stevecarter8810 lool not sure if you’re being sarcastic
I'm amazed how good many of those guys spoke English, the accent was almost perfect with some of them.
Lots of love for Germans and Germany 🇩🇪 I used to speak German pretty well as a kid but couldn't understand a word the lady said without subtitles. It makes me wonder how long it would take to relearn the language?
Germany is a beautiful country and the people are lovely. I really enjoyed it when I visited.
I spent almost one year in London for an internship and shared the flat with a welsh mate. I have to say that there are a few subtle differences, what I had to adjust the most to is what is appropriate to talk about in a casual setting. The borderlines are drawn closely but then again have some dangerously distant areas. Brits are very relaxed on the grittiest humor even on work, and talking about the weekends pup desasters, but actual personal subjects like health and sexuality must be communicated in the most careful way. In Germany it’s the complete opposite, black humor or irony, and tales from night outs might get you a puzzled look and discomfortable silence, whereas Germans never shy away discussing their health record or relationship like being at the doctors.
Thank you for this. .. my sport team (german guys) talk about exam results more than the adventures from a night out. As a brit I couldn't understand but now I do.
Very true!!!
Hence German toilet bowls!
Brits always think germans are stereotipical rule followers,which is not totally wrong,but there are many unwritten social rules in britain ,they really want to be followed,too.the rules are just different.
Intense queuing shocked me and I thought they were more German than we Germans
Britons
I think in the UK it's more focused on being polite whereas in Germany it's more focused on orderliness. So for example British people wouldn't care if someone crossed the red when there was a red light if there were no cars around, but they'd get very angry if someone cut in front of a queue.
@@jdg9999 basically. If you speed at night on an empty road and some folk saw you they'd probably just nod and understand here. Meanwhile in Germany it'd break their mind that someone can actively break a law.
I mean all the Germans who I have met in the UK who have left Germany state the beaurocractic rule following as one of the reasons they are glad to have left.
I’m half English half German. Every time I go there, there are small and big elements that remind me of England. People’s mannerisms, the general feeling of common sense and looking at the bigger picture. I’m talking about the people and not the politicians of course, but that’s not to be taken for granted. Going to Italy or France feels far more different. There is a homely atmosphere throughout Germany and I’ve heard Germans say the same when they come to the UK. Rural parts of England like where I live in the New Forest, vs parts of Bavaria for example look absolutely identical.
Totally agree always feel right at home in Germany and certainly find that I get along with German people extremely well.
That’s how I feel in the Netherlands
Well said
Learning German right now, much love from Wales.
The British (especially the English) & the Germans have a LOT more in common than they're aware of.
1. Many in the UK are descended of Anglo-Saxons (a Germanic tribe from Northern Germany) & it means that many in the UK actually trace back their ancestry to modern day Germany
2. English is a Germanic language (if you observe both English & Deutsch closely you'd notice that there are countless words of common origins, including those in daily usage - Morning/Morgen, Good/Guht, Night/Nacht etc.)
3. The UK Royal Family trace its roots to present day Germany. House of Saxe-Coburg & Gotha. Saxony, Coburg & Gotha are all in Germany
4. Both love their sausages & beer
5. Prevalence of timber-framed houses
& many many more
Cheers to the brotherhood between UK & Germany !!
Except for us brits white sausages :D
@@yourtruebrit Haha. True that !
The british royal family have roots in Saarland!
@@red-ym8gv he actually was right are you dumb
@@sandraengels9442 are the Queen's dogs from there?
I always found Germans more like kindred spirits to us Brits, very much on the same wavelength. I met many when at University and a few while I lived in Spain and they became great friends. I am not an 'English Exceptionalist', I learnt Spanish, even had a Spanish girlfriend and befriended lots of nationalities but the Germans (and Dutch and Scandis) all seemed 'closer' in personality (it is probably due to their good level of English) - all thoroughly decent people. I even think they have a wickedly dry sense of humour. Yes, their (lack of) humour stereotype is very unfair!
I‘m from Schleswig-Holstein which is the most northern state in Germany. I think Germany specifically northern Germany is *very* and I mean *VERY* similar to England and maybe even whole Britain. We have a lot of cultural similarities even tho the history of both countries was quite different.
Both countries are divided into north and south between Catholics and Protestants, the dry and sarcastic humor, the food and pastry culture and the overall mannerisms of the people.
Dna and culture. The Anglo-Saxons were from Northern Germany and they created England
Yeah, Anglo-Saxons from Northern Germany. Germans are welcome to visit England/UK. We are culturally similar
Anglo Saxons came from Schleswig Holstein.
@@Taegukgi.001Mathey didn't create England, they were an immigrant group that made a moderate impact on the existing indigenous population.
The First Settlers were from Iberia and still to this day over 50% of the collective DNA of white British people is this Iberian DNA.
I don't know why so many English people propogate the untruth that the major part of our DNA is anglo-saxon. I assume it is down to ignorance rather than a willfull misrepresentation.
@@AIJimmybad Have you considered that Iberians at the time were at least partly Germanic? If we are talking 2000 years ago, Iberia's population wasn't remotely the same as that of modern-day Spain. The English are definitely not Halstatt-Nordics, but there is no doubt they are significantly Germanic in origin.
I served in Germany in the RAF for many years. Incredible country, incredible people. I wish I could have stayed.
Easy with „RAF“ in Germany as it means something completely different here 😮😅
I love this. They're so good at English!
You found quite a few people who speak excellent English in Ulm! I'm pretty surprised about that since the south of Germany usually tends to have a much thicker accent compared to other parts of the country which makes some people wary of actually having a conversation in English like that.
The guy who said he's been to the UK twice had a bit of a midlandsy accent.
Alot of major companies based in Ulm like my employer whose main language is English so not a suprise
I think he has a Brighton German accent never heard of it before :D
What second language do you speak? Just for interest.
It's because us south germans have to learn how to speak german without accent for school and business while we keep it among friends and family. Not all are able to drop their accent and few are able to drop it perfectly but I think it's because we have to make the effort to do so we might be more able to reduce the accent in foreign languages. Just an idea the opposite could still be the case though since north german accents resemble english more in sound.
I lived and worked in Germany just before the Euro became the default currency, and it was one of my best working life experiences.
I worked usually 6 days a week and would walk about 5 miles from the hotel to work and do about 12hrs days and walk back.
most people would think that is an unpleasant experience, It was not, it was great, no need for a gym and the scenery was great.
the Germans I worked with were wonderful and full of kindness and intelligence, we had a lot of laughs and great banter.
I miss those days and not a week goes bye the I don't think of that time in that Great Country.
in short the food was great, the beer was great and the people were out of this world.
I like that we and the Germans are similar. Our respective languages for instance. belong to the same family. West Germanic
The English yeah. Welsh and Gaelic are Celtic languages and have no relation.
I'd love to travel to Germamy. The people, food, culture, and history is amazing. Beautiful language as well.
Great Britain has, apart from a couple of occasions, had a very good relationship with Germany - many of us have old links to the Saxon settlers, our language was once much the same, but has separated over the centuries. Very interesting video 👍
The British are more eccentric and creative and Germans are better at making things work. Just compare the windows: sashs look great but are drafty guillotines. German windows are less pretty but sturdier, practical and open two ways. There should be a lot more collaboration: British creative design underpinned by German engineering => world beating results!
Fully agree! 🎯
No offense, but if we could choose then italian, scandinavian or even french design are far superior. There are only a few beautiful designs like old for example
@@hirschkuh4687 without engineering there will be no design. Good design follows the function. If both fit together, we call it a classic.
Both have good histories of inventing things and advancing society. Just because you are German doesn't make you a better engineer or just because you are British doesn't make you more witty etc.
Its a good point. In the UK we talk of "German efficiency". Germans know how to streamline tasks and make systems work really good.
I was several times in the UK, from Faslane in Scotland to Plymouth in England and quite a bit inbetween. It was always a pleasure being there. Of course, I noticed some differences, but in comparison to the similiarities, they are miniscule. Most noticeable to me where three things:
1. getting in touch with brits is much easier than with germans, but staying in touch is much harder.
2. the british obsession with class ... can't get my head around that.
3. british humour is dryer, punchline based (I'm looking at you, Jimmy Carr), relies much more on a quick witted brain (yes, Lee Mack springs to mind) and more self-deprecating, but the Germans are better at being really silly or goofy
My love of the indian cuisine was birthed in Plymouth. After kicked out of the pub at 10p.m., I consoled myself by buying everything on the menu from a indian take-a-way. Like so many children, it was conceived drunk. Nevertheless, I loved it and this experience made me learn how to cook proper indian currys. I owe you, Plymouth!
The one thing, brits do better then any other country: panel shows. From HIGNY to the Big Fat Quiz of the year (and everything inbetween) ... just ... wow!
Not sure about the 'class' thing - I've never actually known anyone who ever mentions class and I wouldn't know which class I'm supposed to fit into. Also, getting in touch and staying in touch ... I think I might be an exception to the rule. I met an exchange student from just outside Bonn on Chesil Beach (Portland ... yes, I suspect you might also be a Matelot). That was in 1980 and we're still in touch via email, at least once a month. Indian food is arguably the best British food ;-) and I have a great affinity for the Germans.
Judging by your 'locations' I guess you were a 'Matrose'. I used to be in the RN and spent some time at FOST in Devonport. If you were in the German Navy you will know what that means! The Bundesmarine had a permanent detachment there. They were all excellent blokes (apart from their CO who was a bit miserable most of the time). Notably all of them were over six foot tall and had blonde hair which, in our view, went very well with the uniforms! The Germans had exactly the same sense of humour as us which usually entailed mercilessly taking the mick out of each others navies and naval traditions. Lots of German sailors had what we called 'comedy beards' and of course LONG HAIR!! They thought our action snacks were totally unimaginative - always mince! We thought theirs inedible - pickled fish, pickled cabbage!! And of course we had one major thing in common - the ability to drink each other under the table. Prost!
@@roverboat2503 I participated four times at FOST :) best exercise ever. I was a submariner at the time and we were the sparring partner for the ASW training all the time. Most important lesson I learned there: the british navy is by far the best on the whole. Their asw units sometimes almost caught us. And that is really, really something. We had to be on our toes 24/7 when training with the RN. Not so much, if it were other NATO units. I've served on U-20 (the one that "sunk" the USS Enterprise). The second most important lesson: don't drink with the brits on their turf.
One observation, I found quite interessting, was, that we were outdrunk by the brits up until 22:00. But, if drinking longer, we outclassed them. So, in drinking terms: the brits are sprinters, due to the closing time of the pubs, were as the krauts are long-distance runners - steady drinkers from dusk til dawn.
Another observation: there is british humour, german humour, french humour, but most noticeably: there is a sailor's humour. And it's quite different from all the other froms. Except the british humour, becaue it fathers the sailors humour due to the fact that quite literally every navy on this planet is a copy cat of the british navy. Uniforms, ship types, tactics, large parts of the vocabulary and last but not least: the humour. Taking the piss out of each other all day and all night.
I wasn't a matrose (which would be an able rank in the RN), but a petty officer. the lowest rank on a submarine, though. Well, and yes, I'm blond and 6'2'', love pickled fish (but not the cabbage). The long hair is long gone or changed places respectively.
@@zapoth Ahh the U-20. She was there when I was at FOST. She looked really sleek, especially when compared with our subs with all their missing sonar tiles.
@@roverboat2503 U-20 was a good sub. The class 206 was especially build for shallow waters (i.e. baltics). Quiet, very hard to detect, but not very persistentt: food and water would only last for 4 weeks. That was the main weakness. Well, that and snorkeling. Not so quiet and stealthy when you fire up two diesels. The british nukes on the other hand could go on for months.
Did you know, that german subs had an underwater speaker? And that you could play music (for the fishies)? Well, it was for the underwater telephone, but we used it sometimes for musical inspiration of the asw units above. The keep up their spirit, when desperately looking for a german sub, that supposed to be there ... somewhere ... close ... aparently. :D
I've been to Germany a couple of times. I found locals very friendly and helpful , and have a good sense of humour
I'm British and spent 15 years driving trucks all over Europe, I love Germany, it's a beautiful country, love the food too! I found, especially in the south and Bavaria they are not so keen on us. One thing that does separate us though and probably the rest of the world is our piss taking and sarcasm! Nobody does it like us! Sometimes it's cruel beyond belief, makes me so proud to be British
Bavarian's are a group to their own amongst the rest of Germany.
Are you *sure* ?
I thought it was the Bavarians who invented the Oktoberfest Chicken Song & Dance?
And for that matter the Alpine one where they amble around in a circle kicking each other up the arse!
*Both stand PROUDLY amongst History's greatest pisstakes* .
@@babboon5764 Nah that's slapstick, we are trained from a young age to take the piss with witty sarcasm it's ingrained in us.
@@lmaoparkes3199 Nope.
Its *definitely a pisstake* -
Damned cunning Bavarians have got the world doing it 😜
Bavaria - I Salute you!
As an English man, I must say I am very fond of the German people.
I worked in Berlin for four years in the 90’s, It was an awesome place, everyone wanted to try out their English and had to problem being corrected. It would always end up me speaking German and them speaking English and correcting each other. I four year holiday.
I served in Berlin late 1980s and agree. I loved the place and liked the people. The trains ran on time and the streets were clean, bratwurst on every street corner and coffee to die for. They can keep their gassy beer.
I think we share a lot in common due to a temperate climate, it’s a shame that we’ve been at war a couple of times. I’m glad to have spoken to a few Germans, they seem to appreciate our coastline and Scotland/Wales/Ireland a lot.
Amazing how some of those guys speak english so well they actually sound english. Very impressive. Respect
some even have accents from the language tutors :D
I lived in Germany (Hameln) when i was in the Army in the late 60s and I found them extremely friendly. I got talking to several German men who either served in the German Army or were POWs during the war and they held no animosity towards us. I never bought another drink that night. I also love the German food and I have to say that I enjoyed their beer more than English. I have had holidays in Germany and enjoyed them immensely. Hameln was a beautiful town when I was there, please visit it if you go to Germany.
I worked in Braunschweig and one day all the people in the office asked me if milk men were a real a thing or just a wind up. They thought it was so funny that there are people delivering milk on an electric milk float before everyone gets up. They were absolutely delighted when I said it’s true and thought it was crazy
"no milk today ..." 🎶
Very positive about the brits, made me feel good. Thanks Germany
Did you need that in your life did you
@@chiefgilray it’s good to see something positive in the world
@@discopot validation seeking is not positive, it's the opposite. Positivity is a strength that's backed up in joy
My partner plays online games a lot and has made good friends with two German people .. me and him are scousers and its always funny hearing them get confused about our accents and how we pronounce things. We have to remind them that we dont all sound like we are from London here as that seems to be the default that most people outside of the UK go to when they think of accents. All i can say is the Germans are incredibly friendly and so funny when it comes to banter. We hope to travel and visit Germany one day as well as other places outside of the UK. I love seeing the love shared between us its so refreshing.
I think it's very important, to show people from different countries and cultures, what there similarities AND differences are, to explain and clarify prejudices and views of each other!
The way you do it, is really interesting and funny, so thank you so much for that. I think your channel is underrated and with me, you've got a new German subscriber! 😊
Ah thank you yeah no these people are amazing! ;)
Well i never had the pleasure of meeting any of you brits in person, but as a musician i´ll have to fanboy for a moment; Queen, the beatles, the sex pistols, Massive attack, the prodigy, i mean come on! Awesome doesn´t even begin to describe what i feel for british culture, really. Those songs are connected to some of my best moments ever. Ricky Gervais? That dude is soo funny to me, and afterlife was one of my favorite things in life for a little while, insightful too. Alan watts, Shelley, Tolkien, Orwell, Dahl, Dickens; i feel i owe these persons more than words can say. Speakers corner in london, fantastic idea! That´s what i have to say about brits without ever meeting one actually. Tally ho lads and gals!
Dahl was Scandanavian by birth.
Kraftwerk and Nena would like to say 'Hallo' and Richard Wagner would like to write an opera about us!
I wish I could speak German like these wonderful interviewees speak English, great video
I really like visiting Germany, had some lovely holidays there. Got on really well with the German people, everyone we met was really friendly. My hubby was in the forces so he spent a lot of time in Germany doing the navigation and radar on the air fields.
I to think we are very similar and have a lot in common.
Always enjoy visiting Germany.
Every German I have met has been a thoroughly decent person. Nice people
These videos make me proud to be European. We have so much in common across our continent and our differences are the creases that make us interesting
Really enjoyed watching this, very good! I’ve met a few German people in London and have always really liked them. Their grasp of the English language is brilliant. Danke ❤
I enjoyed this thanks.
I lived in Germany for quite a while ( before and after the wall came down) and was always impressed by it's will to move forward and reinvent itself as a country.
Having lived and worked there, I not only picked up the language, but also learnt to understand the humor, which was at the time "careful" but none the less funny.
In many ways were not that different, but we British have had a habit of re floating their dark history as if we own it like property.
Germany have learnt a lot from us and we have benefited greatly from relations with them but could be much closer.
I miss my time there X
I'd say there is a kind of pragmatical typically Germanic-rooted Central European attitude towards life that makes us similar and slightly different to a more Mediterranean perception.
"Don't mention the war!", to cite John Cleese or Basil Fawlty; my probably weirdest (or most sympathetical?) experience as a German was in Norwich in 1999: I was in a church close to Norwich Market, just appreciating its beauty, when an older English guy came to me, who was a kind of churchwarden. He showed me around, and finally said to me: "Do you know what I like most about the Führer? That he bombed our church, so that all the old dark stained glass was broken, which was replaced by clear glass; so we have a bright church today!"
Was this British humour? Or was he just pulling my leg? I never found out, but I thought it was amazing to hear someone of the older generation talk about the war in such a way!
It's a joke, we have similar jokes where we give thanks to the luftwaffe for bombing our cities so we could rebuild them better.
after the mess made in 60s with horrific concrete architecture, we do joke about them being invited back.
Shout out for Norwich, yae! Thankyou my german friend.☺
I'm English and have been to Germany several times and loved it every time. I think the Germans and the Brits have quite a lot in common. One difference that struck me on my first visit back in 1981 when I was 19 years old, I was in a railway carriage by myself so I took off my shoes and put my feet up on the seat opposite to sleep. After a while an old woman walking past, slid the carriage door open and began shouting at me in German and gesticulating at my feet. Even thought I didn't understand the language, I knew she was saying something like "GET YOUR FEET OFF THE SEAT. HOW DARE YOU BE SO DISRESPECTFUL. SOMEBODY ELSE HAS TO SIT ON THAT", so I immediately put my feet down and away she went. I thought to myself, 'that wouldn't happen in the UK'. Someone of her age might worry that she would be met with disrespect and even abuse in return ... but I wished that the UK was a little more like Germany for that. There should be more respect in our society. I never put my feet on another seat in Germany, the UK or anywhere else. Good for her.
As the daughter of a german mother who was born in germany but grew up in england, it`s true that germans are often very outspoken and will have no hesitation in making their views known, many brits have been chastised for not waiting for the red light at the traffic lights even when there is no traffic on the road !!
This is done for the benefit of any child/ren who could be watching and might try that themselves when alone !! And woe betide anyone who dares to walk on a cycle path, in Germany cycle paths are strictly for cyclists and pedestrians stay on the pavements, they do not cross bounderies, unlike many english !!
I'm English as well, whereabouts you from? 😃
I'm in Kent right between Dartford/Bexleyheath!
+ please tell me when you been to Germany. You have at least been to the Theme Parks: Phantasialand/Europa Park?
@@mikekaraoke I live in Cheltenham. I went to visit various friends in Hanover, Bonn & Wurzburg in 1981. Then I visited Berlin with my work three times + a long weekend with my wife between 2003 and 2008. I've never been to any theme parks. I went to the wedding of my friend's uncle in 1981 and was made to feel VERY welcome. The party was fantastic with that drinking song "Ein Prosit, Ein Prosit der gemütlichkeit ..." about every 30 minutes so everyone was getting pretty well oiled and having a great time. Also, do you remember "The Birdie Song"? Well, I'd never heard it before, so assumed it was some German folk song with it's dance that I joined in with. I laughed my head off when I got back to the UK and found out it was just some novelty song that managed to get into the charts.
@@nikossolomou9507 Ah so Gloucestershire bloke then, I do hope you mean you never been to any theme parks in Germany and not in general?? lol
Never been Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures, Alton Towers, Legoland Windsor( or what it was before that Windsor Safari Park)??? etc
Nice so you been to a few different parts of Germany, one of my fav parts is Munich!
Ah yes the drinking song: drinking song "Ein Prosit, Ein Prosit der gemütlichkeit lol
Do I remember the Birdie Song. Come on it is in pop culture + still plays on radio, in TV documentaries, Films, Series, Family Parties etc!
Was only played on a repeated of Top of the Pops on BBC Four a month ago as well 🐤😂
You been to any parts of Kent?
And that's why they were all impressed by Hitler.
I joined the British Army in 1973 and my first posting was to Nienburg on Waser. First time I'd ever been out of the country and first time I'd ever flown. The first notable thing was how clean everywhere was; no litter anywhere. The beer was fantastic as was the food and the people. In the UK back then you couldn't get a drink until 11:00 but in Germany you could get a drink at breakfast time. I had the great fortune to stay with a German family when grape picking for them on the Rhone (arranged by the army), skiing on excercise Snowqueen in deep Bavaria both of which were absolutely brilliant. Lots more I could add. Germany is a fantastic country with beautiful people, outstanding scenery and excellent food and beer. I recommend it!
🏴 ❤🇩🇪 brotherhood
I like what I know about Germany and can't wait to visit there. It's a tragedy that we fought two world wars when we have so much in common.
Can I say to all the lovely German people you speak English so very well
Thank you 😊
According to some of my relatives who fled Germany for their lives to Britain, there are quite a few differences they noticed, having lived in both countries. However the love of beer and football is indeed something they have in common.
And we both speak germanic languages
100% respect, love from the uk,x...
What a bunch of lovely well mannered young men we love you too sweet hearts❤
The reality is the Brit’s and Germans are two sides of the same coin, the only real difference is the Germans are serious by nature and the Brits not so, before the 20th century we were allies, though this was mostly with Prussia as Germany did not become a nation until 1871.
As a Prussian at heart, I still consider you allies.
I love GB.
Im personally quite attached to it in a strong way, even though Ive never been there. I have a few very good friends in Scotland and talking to them kinda made my english sound scottish. As a few people in the video said, the different, exciting people are just great and when I think of Britian compared to Germany, I always have to think of GB being more peaceful than Germany somehow.
As a Brit i love Germany and the German people, they are friendly, the company i work for often has Germany workers come over here to carry out some work and they are so friendly, i will be meeting up with them in December when i go to Munich :)
GB has invaded more counties than any other country on earth and the one of the only power to have dominated the entire world for almost 200 years. No, peaceful, not so much, Germany is nothing in comparison even with the two world wars. But today, peaceful, yes.
love british music speaking of 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s music and some modern stuff, love drum and bass and the culture, which is legendary. A lot of movies and tv series I can think of positively, especially because of the dark humor and their sense of sarcasm and irony, which the germans are lacking. I also love the boxingscene over there.
Gotta love Drum and Bass! :D
That’s so true😂 a please and a thank you need to happen or you’re getting called out 😂 that is funnily correct
I think the U.K. and Germany have an almost sibling relationship, very lovingly aggressive to each other…Germany is the country I think I could relate to the most 🇬🇧🇩🇪
Lived in Germany for 3 years. Loved it. We are similar in many ways but a lot different in others
I have visited Germany, and have German friends, and we have always got on very well! They are very friendly, and have a really good sense of humour!
Many people in England often see themselves as English followed by German due to the Anglo Saxon ancestry, especially out of the city where tradition/culture is held onto unlike London. I love Germany, the people, food, tradition, architecture, art…
This is such a lie 😂
@@ktkee7161 well it's true that we have German blood from our Anglo-Saxon heritage.
@@Angelcynn_2001 "Many people in England often see themselves as English followed by German" Do a vox pop and see the answers you get.
@@ktkee7161 I get that. But I hope you understand the very fact English people exist because of the Anglo-Saxon tribes!
I agree
Love my German brothers and sisters. A great nation and looking forward to going back.
I'm english, I love Germany......never had a bad time there. Great people
I read an interesting point a few years ago that the body language between the Brits and Germans was almost indistinguishable, and the English and German languages sound so similar to people who can't speak either they can't tell which is which.
I've never been to Germany but I love their honesty. I think that both countries are like long lost cousins.
I've never encountered dishonesty from Germany,French or the UK, from the business side, which is very important. I have been doing business with Germany for a long time
You can tell how much us Brits like someone by how much we make fun of each other, it's like being brothers
My mate wore doc martens once. I called him lesbian shoes for our entire fishing trip. Hasn't wore them since 😂 he was furious. Couldn't stop laughing. Best fishing buddy ever 😂
We love Germany here in uk❤️
Nothing but respect for the Germans 🍻🤝