No mention of English in anthem

I read the letter by Mr R Dunn, of Telford, regarding the national anthem and the monarchy. Surely he ought to get his facts right before putting pen to paper.

I would point out the anthem he refers to is a German anthem. It was chosen by a German monarchy (Saxe-Coburg Gota) who acquired the English throne. The lyrics were designed to consolidate and strengthen their hold on the English throne and the English people.

You will notice that it is all about praising the monarch. The English people and the English country get no mention.

The Welsh national anthem is all about Wales, the Welsh language and the Welsh people.

When the Germans took over the English throne, they could not speak a single word of English. They felt vulnerable and threatened. Do you not think that it is a shame to fool the English people?

Tom Williams Telford