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The German Navy ship blasting the Darth Vader theme on the Thames was in London for training and a supply stop.

A German Navy spokesperson said the choice of music had "no deeper message." The ship's commander personally chose the music.

Given the history between the two countries, it was perceived as a poor choice.[a]

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[a] In particular, think of the elderly in the UK who lived through the Nazi bombing raids and their aftermath:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Blitz

parent cs702 2 years ago

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