I agree with you on the Spanish. Although many years ago now, I was stationed at Torrejon Air Base outside Madrid. Great people and the strategic importance of Spain's bases during a mission in the middle east would become sugnificant.
Cripes, is there a full moon? France? Really? You're kidding right? This is bizarre as heck, Betcha Nostradamus is spinning in his grave smacking his head, and screaming, I didn't even predict this would happen!
I owe the country of France an Apology for doubting their ability to amaze me. I had to re-read that post a few times before I realized, it wasn't April 1st. All I can say is that France, if it employs it's foreign legion, will definitely impress the heck out of me. Their Foreign Legionnaires are pretty dang tough.
Vive' La France!
Never thought I'd make a post in favor of the French in my lifetime.
I'd forgotten about our bases in Spain! I think they'll be a key component to whatever military action we take.I vacationed in Spain in 1967.One of the best vacations I've ever had.The Spanards are warm and wonderful people.They also have great food!