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The quote is typically ascribed to Napoleon Bonaparte.
However, it is from earlier. See:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nation_of_shopkeepers
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Who described the English as a nation of shop keepers?
The phrase "a nation of shopkeepers" is commonly attributed to French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, who used it to mock England's focus on trade and commerce rather than military prowess.
How do the French view the British?
Napoleon saw them as a Nation of Shopkeepers.
England is a nation of shopkeepers?
No! who the hell do you think cleans the toilets
If America is the Land of the Free what is England the land of?
According to Napolean, England is a nation of shopkeepers.
Who is believed to have said England is a nation of shopkeepers?
Napolean I of France dismissed England as "L'Angleterre est une nation de boutiquiers" - a nation of shopkeeps.He was not the first to use this phrase. Adam Smith, in The Wealth of Nations (1776)wrote: "To found a great empire for the sole purpose of raising up a people of customers may at first sight appear a project fit only for a nation of shopkeepers. ...."
Were Roman shopkeepers educated?
Were roman shopkeepers educated Were roman shopkeepers educated
A Nation of shopkeepers by Calvin Trillin?
"A Nation of Shopkeepers" by Calvin Trillin is a reflective piece that explores the cultural and economic significance of small businesses in America. Trillin emphasizes the role of shopkeepers in fostering community connections and preserving local character amidst the rise of corporate giants. Through a blend of humor and nostalgia, he highlights the challenges these small enterprises face in a changing marketplace. Ultimately, the work serves as a tribute to the resilience and spirit of local entrepreneurs.
Which foreign ruler referred to Britain as a nation of shopkeepers?
This was supposedly said by Napoleon in order to describe the UK as unfit for a war with France.
What has the author Mary Etta Macpherson written?
Mary Etta Macpherson has written: 'Shopkeepers to a nation' -- subject(s): T. Eaton Co
What do shopkeepers do?
the Mesopotamian shopkeepers took care of their own shops
What is 'nation' when translated from English to Italian?
"Nation" in English is nazione in Italian.
What nation speaks English?
England was the first nation to speak English
