German Navy blasts out Darth Vader theme on Thames
A German Navy ship in London played the "Imperial March" on the Thames during a training stop, with the music choice made freely by the commander, attracting local attention.
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A German Navy ship was spotted on the River Thames near Tower Bridge, playing the iconic "Imperial March" theme from the Star Wars franchise, commonly associated with the character Darth Vader. The ship was in London for training and a supply stop. A spokesperson for the German Navy clarified that the choice of music was made freely by the commander and did not carry any deeper message. The event caught the attention of Londoners, who shared their surprise at the unusual musical choice for a naval vessel.
- A German Navy ship played the "Imperial March" on the Thames.
- The ship was in London for training and supply purposes.
- The music choice was made freely by the ship's commander.
- There was no specific message behind the music selection.
- The incident attracted attention from local residents.
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(... and yes, they ACTUALLY do have a "Weltraumkommando"!)
I find it kinda funny that they apparently consider themselves part of the Empire. But it seems accurate, too >:-)
I would see that as some self-deprecating german spaß
A German Navy spokesperson said the choice of music had "no deeper message." The ship's commander personally chose the music.
Given the history between the two countries, it was perceived as a poor choice.[a]
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[a] In particular, think of the elderly in the UK who lived through the Nazi bombing raids and their aftermath:
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