July 4th Special: How the British Burning Washington Became One Big Joke
Happy Fourth of July!
250 years ago, America declared independence from the British.
And 212 years ago … the British burned down the White House.
And now … it's become one big joke …
And if I may say so, it is a particular pleasure to be back in this wonderful building, the heart of your democracy. On this occasion, I cannot help noticing the readjustments to the East Wing, Mr. President...following your visit to Windsor Castle last year. And I'm sorry to say that we British, of course, made our own small attempt at real-estate redevelopment of the White House in 1814.
That was King Charles…
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