I know we have at least two or three Brits that regularly make valuable contributions to this forum. I just wanted to say that my sympathy goes out to you and your country, and I really wi***here was more I could do to ease—if not avenge—the suffering that has been barbarically visited upon London this morning.
Gabe
P.S. I would prefer this post remain what it is: an expression of sympathy and not a political statement. I would very much appreciate it if any and all political comments be reserved to other posts. Thank you.
Being a frequent user of the Underground while on business trips to London I appreciate the dependance that the citizens of greater London place on their rail system. My heart goes out to our friends in London who lost or had injured friends or loved ones in this tragic incident. I along with the rest of the civilized world hope that the perputrators of this terrible act are swiftly brought to justice.
On 9/11 I happened to be living in Denver, but I still knew the attack was directed at me and my neighbors. And this is the same. They hit London, but they attacked all of us.
I was in Scotland on 9/11 and I remember the comfort the Scottish people in Edinburgh and the later the English in Manchester provided to me. I extend my sympathies to any British readers of this forum.
As someone who worked for the military and was involved with counter-terrorist measures, I used to pride myself on “defensive awareness.” I’ve ridden the Underground a kazillion times–and have been through King’s Cross station. I realize now I let my guard down way too much. What happened today to those poor people could surely have happened tome.
Similar thoughts. Not at all to be political, but they shure like to target public transportation, don’t they?
Again, not to be political, but one out of every five Israeli families lost a member to terror, independent of military casualties. Let us hope there aren’t any more such incidents, in London, the USA, Paris, Athens, Madrid, anywhere.
I am very saddend at hearing the news of the terrorist attacks of London’s transit system. I join the rest of you all in sending prayers and good thoughts for the ones whom are among the victims of this senseless violence. I know there are always two sides to every story, but blowing up innocent people in the name of faith and retaliation isn’t going to get you positive feedback. What it will get you is a “5000 pounder” dropped on your head or a missle up your behind. They hide in the shadows or behind women and children, but they call themselves ‘men’. Once again, prayers and well wishes to the victims.
GLENN
A R E A L RAILROADER!!!
A R E A L AMTRAKER!!!
violence begets violence…an endless spiral into the abyss
We will not let this let this act dampen our spirits or cause our resolve to be lessened. We are British, proud and defiant.
(even if we’re not actually British as such)
Each and every one of you have my deepest and sincerest prayers. I know
you are strong people, and you will get through this. Keep the faith,
and we will all support you, and pray for you!!
I agree with Hugh, and I thank you all for your thoughts.
Sometimes it’s difficult to be proud to be British - as requested I’ll refrain from politics - but today I am proud because tomorrow it’ll be business as usual, or as near as possible.
We gave the world public transport and it’s something that even non-enthusiasts here respect and appreciate so a blow to our transportation system, especially as vicious and evil a blow as today hits at the fabric of this country.
Probably the animal most associated with Britain is the bulldog and, like a dog shaking off a flea, we’ll be back on our feet soon, with a Capital City and a public transport infrastructure which is, quite justifiably, the envy of the world.
Certainly in terms of public transportation, I think it is more than fair to say it is the envy of the world. After my visit to London, I was able to “mind the gap” between the underground and several American public transportation systems.
Gabe, yes this should remain just for condolences. It was so hard to wake up and turn on the news, and go “not again” My prayers go out to all involved, who like 911 were just living and going to work. I will find another forum to vent my frustrations on. Willy
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From Downunder I echo the expressions of support already said here. We are all horrified and dismayed and our thoughts and prayers too are for the folk in London.
Oz has many strong links with the UK - literally thousands of Australians are working in London and the UK, and so many families here have their roots back there.