There’s an element of truth to this: in the 19th century a substantial number of Irish republicans found refuge in the US – enough to invade Canada! [1]

In the case of Australia, the trouble-makers were sent there against their will.

[1] https://guides.loc.gov/chronicling-america-fenian-invasions-...

England got rid of all sorts of troublemakers by sending then down to Australia for a long time :D

Somehow, it actually turned out great for both.

Except for the Aborigines (native Australians)

(American here.) No, no. You have a point.

Me: Liberal Democrat

Looks in my closet: Variety of legal assault rifles that would shock a European.

Looks in my Garage: 4x4 Pickup truck and a plated dirtbike.

America is packed to the brim with contrarian troublemakers.

But we make some damn good beers.

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