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John BullImaginary figure who is a personification of England, similar to the American Uncle Sam. He is represented in cartoons and caricatures as a prosperous farmer of the 18th century. The name was popularized by Dr John Arbuthnot's political satire History of John Bull (1712), advocating the Tory policy of peace with France. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| "You have only to try, son of John Bull," replied the colonel. You, who speak English like John Bull himself, are Master Tom Lowe, we, your three companions. They made him out to be the Royal arms, the Union-Jack, Magna Charta, John Bull, Habeas Corpus, the Bill of Rights, An Englishman's house is his castle, Church and State, and God save the Queen, all put together. |
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