Duke of Buckingham, George Villiers

Buckingham was more of a courtier than he was a statesman.  He was a favorite of James VI & I, but was restrained in his political ambitions by James's desire to avoid getting England/Scotland involved in war.  Villiers's best asset was his good looks.

With James's death in 1625, England embarked on an aggressive foreign policy under Charles I, and directed by Buckingham.  This resulted in bungled attempts at military adventures against Spain (at Cadiz) in 1625 and against the Royal French government (at Isle of Re off La Rochelle) in 1627.  Buckingham was neither soldier nor diplomat; neither competent nor well liked.

His assassination at the hand of a former army officer and disgruntled office seeker speaks well to the esteem in which he was held by many.  Charles in his early years was dependent on Villiers, and familiar with him, but would perhaps have been better served by another minister.  

 

 

In re: the french queen......you have been reading "The Three Musketeers."  :-)

Well that pretty well sums er up eh Nick.

For some obscure reason I just now..... keep hearing the music...in my mind...Tchaikowsky's "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" from the  Nutcracker. The King and the Duke leaping about in frilly nothingness.

May I ask why "shagged" is mostly allowed at this site whilst "f**ked" is not lovingly allowed?

Just what is the difference? If any?

Shall we also use "plugged", "dicked", "reamed",screwed, etc.?

If it is good for the goose, it is good for the gander!

Just why is British Slang allowed whilst Amercian slang is prohibited?

Oh! If you in command have to look, look no further than the above post by Paul, thus;

"Nice assessment.

Only one thing to add, his sole admirable act. He seduced and shagged the queen of France while negotiatng Charles I marriage to Henrietta Maria.


Edited by Paul"

Edited by opuslola - 04-Jun-2011 at 17:44

Originally posted by opuslola May I ask why "shagged" is mostly allowed at this site whilst "f**ked" is not lovingly allowed? Just what is the difference? If any? Shall we also use "plugged", "dicked", "reamed",screwed, etc.? If it is good for the goose, it is good for the gander! Just why is British Slang allowed whilst Amercian slang is prohibited? Oh! If you in command have to look, look no further than the above post by Paul, thus; "Nice assessment. Only one thing to add, his sole admirable act. He seduced and shagged the queen of France while negotiatng Charles I marriage to Henrietta Maria. Edited by Paul"

Edited by Centrix Vigilis - 04-Jun-2011 at 21:37