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Exploring the intersection of patriotism and personal feelings towards one’s country, the interviewee recalls an anecdote from a Rudyard Kipling novel, which illustrates the uniquely British ambivalence towards overt displays of national pride. The character’s disdain for a politician who overly sentimentalizes the flag highlights a broader cultural reluctance to wear one’s patriotism on one’s sleeve. This perspective illuminates the discomfort many Brits feel when faced with nationalistic fervor, particularly when couched in overt sentimental language.