But do try to understand, we love our British friends dearly but our plate may be rather full when you come crying to us for help this time. No hard feelings, though. We do appreciate all you've done for us in the two world wars, even if it turns out you lacked the starch to stick it out this time around.
Is there anyone willing to actually read what anyone says anymore, without coming out with tired cliches and old hatreds?
The UK has not sent a token force. In fact the UK forces are close to breaking point, there is that many around the world. (You have to take into account the proportions of the Army.)
As for the General and the rest of the British Army, they are screaming for much more troops in Afghanistan where the focus should be anyway.
"Our token force" is putting down the rounds and slotting rag heads like they are going out of fashion!