Monty Python on Gays in the Military
December 22nd, 2010
By Tom Carter
I’m a big fan of Monty Python. Their satire is priceless, although it often bites hard, especially for people firmly wedded to whatever it is that falls under their sights.
As a preemptive defense, I supported the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” Having said that, the video below the fold is hilarious. I take it as Monty Python skewering those who oppose gays in the military; you can take it however you wish. In any case, it’s still funny.
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Tags: British Army, DADT, don't ask don't tell, gays, Monty Python, satire
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This is the 1960s in Britain. It is inconceivable that the sketch was attacking homophobia, sadly. This and a series of other homophobic Monty Python sketches (eg the gay policeman) have been quietly forgotten for the most part – that may be best.