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(<=) - lol, I wish. Nothing like that there :) I was brought up in a conservative household and I still am - a "conservative democrat" one site called me when I took a test - but realism is stronger than that. Conservapedia just flat-out denies history and ignores the real world...it gives Christians a bad name, IMHO. I don't know if there is a liberal bias to Wikipedia, but if there is, at least we have the truth here 99.9% of the time. — Ed 17 (Talk / Contribs) 22:29, 3 March 2009 (UTC)
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We're Not in Kansas AnymoreActually, since you've already kickstarted the review, do you want to take it over completely? I'm fine with doing the review if you want to. Noble Story ( talk • contributions) 09:27, 5 March 2009 (UTC)
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Jackal4You haven't been keeping close tabs on Jackal4 have you? Look at the AIV report. 3 three-revert rule violations after warning, multiple personal attacks, and vandalism. This is the reason why he is blocked.( Planecrash111 ( talk) 20:00, 13 March 2009 (UTC))
The original witness just didn't report it to AIV. I had to do it on my own time. He needs to be punished anyway...look at his history.( Planecrash111 ( talk) 01:40, 14 March 2009 (UTC)) Good LuckGood Luck on the Election for Coordinator! I Hope you Make It! Lord R. T. Oliver The Olive Branch 00:40, 14 March 2009 (UTC) C-ClassIt is great to see such diversity in the Military History WikiProject. Even though we don't agree on this subject I still respect your opinion and it seems that one of us will have to bow to the consensus of the WikiProject. Have A Great Day! Lord R. T. Oliver The Olive Branch 01:19, 14 March 2009 (UTC) A Heads UpSince you have commented on the Planecrash111's sockpuppet accusation of JustSomeRandomGuy32, I wanted to make you aware of an ongoing ANI post about the two. - NeutralHomer • Talk • March 14, 2009 @ 05:33
Hey EdHi Ed. I'm back after another break. How's it going? I've decided to resume my work on Railways in Buckinghamshire- my last edit to it before today was on the 27th January! Keep up the great work with all your MILHIST stuff! See ya! Oliver Fury, Esq. message • contributions 22:49, 14 March 2009 (UTC)
Removing tagsI'm only removing tags where there's nothing to translate. The good ones I'm converting to the new {{ Expand language}} templates. I've asked WP:ECHO but no one has replied. I don't think anyone participates in that project anymore. Calliopejen1 ( talk) 02:05, 15 March 2009 (UTC) HarunaHey, Ed, I've addressed all of your issues with Japanese battleship Haruna. Could you pop back into take another look? Cam ( Chat) 06:23, 15 March 2009 (UTC) A-Class review Wolfgang LüthI'm not sure what you meant by your last comment. Could you give me an example? MisterBee1966 ( talk) 12:03, 15 March 2009 (UTC) WikiCup Newsletter
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(out) - oooo. I am jealous...lucky. :) — Ed 17 (Talk / Contribs) 22:29, 17 March 2009 (UTC)
Re: copyeditI never mind copyeditting, just make sure that you leave a message for me so I know what the nature of the edit is. Its a work in progress though, so I suspect that some of this may change before publishing. TomStar81 ( Talk) 05:06, 17 March 2009 (UTC)
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A favor, perchance?Hey there, old buddy, old pal. Nassau class battleship just passed ACR (which finally makes 3 for me. I know, I'm slow :) ). Since you're a fancy MILHIST coordinator, can you get me one of those pretty A-class medals? (you know, the one that Belhalla has about 20 of?) I don't know how it all works, so I figured I'd ask you :) Parsecboy ( talk) 16:09, 22 March 2009 (UTC)
White Deer Hole CreekThanks for your hidden comments at White Deer Hole Creek - I will review all of the "as of DATE" statements and change the ones that can be updated to "as of 2009". The Amish sawmill was rebuilt but I do not have a reliable source for it - the best I have found so far is the 2008 school bus schedule for the local school district here, which shows stops in Elimsport and 1 minute later at the sawmill. Ruhrfisch ><>°° 03:07, 23 March 2009 (UTC)
Tosa classHey, Ed. I figured that Tosa class battleship has been GA-quality since we finished it, so I just nom-ed it for GA. You may want to keep an eye on the review page. Cheers, Parsecboy ( talk) 14:03, 23 March 2009 (UTC)
(Out) I went ahead and tracked down the crappy version in Google books. It'll have to do until I can scan in a better one once I get home. Parsecboy ( talk) 19:03, 23 March 2009 (UTC)
Milhist queryHi Ed, long time no squeak. I've got a query for you and hope you can put me in touch with the right editors in Milhist. I've just prodded a probable hoax and then looked through the authors other edits I came upon Lajinaa, a spear from circa 1800. Googling it gets several refs back here plus stuff about a Spanish spear shaped knife or paring knife... Do you know who would be best to cast an eye over it? Ϣere SpielChequers 19:19, 24 March 2009 (UTC)
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Re: Commenting on A-class nomsI used to comment on FACs back in the old days... figured I may try something similar again. Plus, if I want more reviews of my work (btw, I think I've addressed most of your points), it's only fair I help out in return, isn't it? :) -- Piotr Konieczny aka Prokonsul Piotrus| talk 19:55, 25 March 2009 (UTC) Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!On behalf of the Wikipedia:Kindness Campaign, we just want to spread Wikipedia:WikiLove by wishing you a Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Sincerely, -- A Nobody My talk 15:25, 17 March 2009 (UTC)
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Connecticut photoHi, Ed. I still don't think the image's copyright status is clearly established. Is the image in the book you cited? It's probably a Navy image, but unless we know for sure, it would be a problem if the article ever goes to WP:FAR. Parsecboy ( talk) 20:36, 27 March 2009 (UTC)
Congrats!Congrats on your election as a Coordinator of the Military history Wikiproject! In keeping with the tradition of the project and in honor of your achievement, I present you with these stars. TomStar81 ( Talk) 00:51, 29 March 2009 (UTC)
Thank you!Thank you very much for your support for me in the Military History coordinator elections. I am honored that I was elected to my new position of assistant coordinator, and look forward to working with you for the next six months. – Joe N 01:13, 29 March 2009 (UTC)
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Re:1047It looks good ed. One suggestion though: the word "however" appears quit a bit on the main text of the article, including instances where it is the first work at the start of some sentences. I would consider finding alternative words for however, or if at all possible simply removing the word for the body of the article altogether. Good luck with the article. TomStar81 ( Talk) 22:20, 30 March 2009 (UTC)
April Fool'sYeah, I know! Some of the DYKs are priceless :D Parsecboy ( talk) 02:11, 1 April 2009 (UTC)
RE:GANThank-you! I need a break from Calculus homework, so I'll give 1047 a full-review (if you took Calc, I feel for you. If you didn't, I applaud you intelligence;) Cam ( Chat) 03:33, 1 April 2009 (UTC)
Hey againHey, I've just completed a pretty detailed drawing of the Worcester class light cruiser. If you want me to upload it, let me know. Regards —Preceding unsigned comment added by 139.78.3.228 ( talk) 03:54, 1 April 2009 (UTC)
Hainan Island incidentGood catch on the image question; I saw that caption go in ages ago and should have made the connection you did. The image is now nominated for deletion at Commons, and I have removed it from the article. I think a case could be made for retaining it as a fair use pic, and have suggested this on the article talk. Once again, thank you for noticing what I should have noticed. -- John ( talk) 03:59, 1 April 2009 (UTC)
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Your support is required...My Minion- I require your support in my current bid for absolute power over the Wiki. As your Glorious God-Emperor and Editor-in-Chief, I expect a favorable vote from you during this vital process. Thank you. Nutiketaiel ( talk) 13:04, 1 April 2009 (UTC) Figured I'd let you know...that I finally got m'self a copy of Conway's All the World's Fighting Ships 1860-1905. So if you ever need my help with it, just let me know :) Parsecboy ( talk) 20:23, 31 March 2009 (UTC) WikiCup Newsletter
1047sI'm wondering why you put the FAC at Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Design 1047 battlecruiser/archive1, and not Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Design 1047 battlecruiser? Doesn't it only go to the archive if it's failed? Parsecboy ( talk) 22:01, 31 March 2009 (UTC)
GAN RequestHey, Ed, would you have time to GA-Review Operation Charnwood? Cam ( Chat) 22:37, 31 March 2009 (UTC)
April Fool's DYK for SS Lesbian (1923)Thank you for your contribution to April Fool's Day 2009! Royal broil 22:25, 1 April 2009 (UTC)
FACHello. I have raised a question about the fair use rationale on the FAC page, and have also posed the question to an editor who works with copyright questions. [3] It would be a shame to lose the image but I'm not sure it meets the fair use criteria. Regards, Kablammo ( talk) 23:53, 1 April 2009 (UTC) |
A-class reviewsHey, Eddie. The expected has occurred - I've gotten bored with just nitpicking at prose like a moron. Any tips on what to look for in an A-class? I want to actually be useful, contribute more. Thanks, — La Pianista Speak · Hear 05:00, 28 February 2009 (UTC)
(<-) Whaseriously - what did I do to get stuck in the middle of this? IceUnshattered ( talk · contribs) is the clear victim here :-( Icy // ♫ 20:46, 3 March 2009 (UTC)
(<=) - lol, I wish. Nothing like that there :) I was brought up in a conservative household and I still am - a "conservative democrat" one site called me when I took a test - but realism is stronger than that. Conservapedia just flat-out denies history and ignores the real world...it gives Christians a bad name, IMHO. I don't know if there is a liberal bias to Wikipedia, but if there is, at least we have the truth here 99.9% of the time. — Ed 17 (Talk / Contribs) 22:29, 3 March 2009 (UTC)
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February 2009 issue of the Military history WikiProject newsletter has been published. You may read the newsletter, change the format in which future issues will be delivered to you, or unsubscribe from this notification by following the link. Thank you. Amagi BCsHi, Ed. I realized a little bit ago that I had taken my exams last week (I know, I'm awesome with time) and that I now have the time to take the Amagi to A-class, so I nominated the page ( here). I added your name to the nominator section, so you can add any nomination comments if you want. Parsecboy ( talk) 03:49, 4 March 2009 (UTC)
We're Not in Kansas AnymoreActually, since you've already kickstarted the review, do you want to take it over completely? I'm fine with doing the review if you want to. Noble Story ( talk • contributions) 09:27, 5 March 2009 (UTC)
Motto of the Day Free Ice Cream Day!By Imperial Decree of His Divine Majesty, our Most Sublime Padishah God-Emperor, Car'a'carn, Editor-in-Chief, etc. (may he live for ever) of the Dominion of the Motto of the Day, every Thursday is Free Ice Cream Day throughout the the Realm. Therefore, our glorious ruler (may he live for ever) has caused to be delivered to you by the Ministry of Frozen or Otherwise Cold Desert Treats this ice cream treat (which may include gelato, depending on one's interpretation of the picture). Let it be eaten without delay, lest the heat of the servers melt it. Let it not drip onto the Article Namespace, lest you suffer the Death of a Thousand Edits for allowing unencyclopedic melted desert treat to get into the wiki. Nutiketaiel ( talk) 13:35, 6 March 2009 (UTC) (UTC) I just realized I forgot to deliver your Ice Cream yesterday, and we can't have my new Grand Admiral and Minister of Making Things Explode in the Pursuit of Just and Honorable Causes ( see, I promoted you) going without ice cream! Nutiketaiel ( talk) 13:35, 6 March 2009 (UTC)
RE; TaihoCertainly. I won't be able to get to it right away, but you have got yourself a collaboration. Cam ( Chat) 23:07, 6 March 2009 (UTC) FYIIn case you didn't know, you have a redlink to your deleted secret page in the 'the_ed17' at the top of all your pages... Little Mountain 5 review! 23:14, 6 March 2009 (UTC) The WikiProject Novels Newsletter - March 2009
This has been an automated delivery by BrownBot ( talk) 17:12, 7 March 2009 (UTC) AnswerOkay that makes since, but how are we to go about Reassessing all of the articles unless we elect a group of coordinators or create a seperate branch totally devoted to the reassessing of Start and B-Class articles to C-Class articles. But the way you described it no B-Class articles will be moved down to C's because they meet all 5 of the criteria it would just be Start Articles being moved up to C-Class articles. (Is that what you meant?) Lord R. T. Oliver The Olive Branch 01:23, 8 March 2009 (UTC)
If you can express these things to the members of the WikiProject, and the other Coordinators I think they would possibly understand that the C-Class could be a good thing, but there are still a few cons that people might not be able to get over. Lord R. T. Oliver The Olive Branch 01:33, 8 March 2009 (UTC) JackalI'm just saying that it was finally time that he was held responsible for his actions.( Planecrash111 ( talk) 18:01, 8 March 2009 (UTC)) Nominations for the Military history WikiProject coordinator electionThe
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here by 23:59 (UTC) on 13 March! I'm a peculiar soul, aren't I?The moment I say I leave the project, I finish it. Silly me. :P Anyways, good luck with the article, pwn them all at FAC, etc., etc., — La Pianista Speak · Hear 05:37, 9 March 2009 (UTC)
Battle of the UtusHi ed! Thanks for the copyediting of the Battle of the Utus. As for your reasonable remarks:
Wikipedia Signpost — 9 March 2009This week, the Wikipedia Signpost published volume 5, issue 10, which includes these articles:
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Jackal4You haven't been keeping close tabs on Jackal4 have you? Look at the AIV report. 3 three-revert rule violations after warning, multiple personal attacks, and vandalism. This is the reason why he is blocked.( Planecrash111 ( talk) 20:00, 13 March 2009 (UTC))
The original witness just didn't report it to AIV. I had to do it on my own time. He needs to be punished anyway...look at his history.( Planecrash111 ( talk) 01:40, 14 March 2009 (UTC)) Good LuckGood Luck on the Election for Coordinator! I Hope you Make It! Lord R. T. Oliver The Olive Branch 00:40, 14 March 2009 (UTC) C-ClassIt is great to see such diversity in the Military History WikiProject. Even though we don't agree on this subject I still respect your opinion and it seems that one of us will have to bow to the consensus of the WikiProject. Have A Great Day! Lord R. T. Oliver The Olive Branch 01:19, 14 March 2009 (UTC) A Heads UpSince you have commented on the Planecrash111's sockpuppet accusation of JustSomeRandomGuy32, I wanted to make you aware of an ongoing ANI post about the two. - NeutralHomer • Talk • March 14, 2009 @ 05:33
Hey EdHi Ed. I'm back after another break. How's it going? I've decided to resume my work on Railways in Buckinghamshire- my last edit to it before today was on the 27th January! Keep up the great work with all your MILHIST stuff! See ya! Oliver Fury, Esq. message • contributions 22:49, 14 March 2009 (UTC)
Removing tagsI'm only removing tags where there's nothing to translate. The good ones I'm converting to the new {{ Expand language}} templates. I've asked WP:ECHO but no one has replied. I don't think anyone participates in that project anymore. Calliopejen1 ( talk) 02:05, 15 March 2009 (UTC) HarunaHey, Ed, I've addressed all of your issues with Japanese battleship Haruna. Could you pop back into take another look? Cam ( Chat) 06:23, 15 March 2009 (UTC) A-Class review Wolfgang LüthI'm not sure what you meant by your last comment. Could you give me an example? MisterBee1966 ( talk) 12:03, 15 March 2009 (UTC) WikiCup Newsletter
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(out) - oooo. I am jealous...lucky. :) — Ed 17 (Talk / Contribs) 22:29, 17 March 2009 (UTC)
Re: copyeditI never mind copyeditting, just make sure that you leave a message for me so I know what the nature of the edit is. Its a work in progress though, so I suspect that some of this may change before publishing. TomStar81 ( Talk) 05:06, 17 March 2009 (UTC)
DYK for 14"/50 caliber railway gunGatoclass ( talk) 10:59, 17 March 2009 (UTC)
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HMS Archer (D78)I've expanded the lead a bit, but leads aren't my strong point. Article has been nom'd for GA and DYK. Mjroots ( talk) 20:18, 18 March 2009 (UTC)
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A favor, perchance?Hey there, old buddy, old pal. Nassau class battleship just passed ACR (which finally makes 3 for me. I know, I'm slow :) ). Since you're a fancy MILHIST coordinator, can you get me one of those pretty A-class medals? (you know, the one that Belhalla has about 20 of?) I don't know how it all works, so I figured I'd ask you :) Parsecboy ( talk) 16:09, 22 March 2009 (UTC)
White Deer Hole CreekThanks for your hidden comments at White Deer Hole Creek - I will review all of the "as of DATE" statements and change the ones that can be updated to "as of 2009". The Amish sawmill was rebuilt but I do not have a reliable source for it - the best I have found so far is the 2008 school bus schedule for the local school district here, which shows stops in Elimsport and 1 minute later at the sawmill. Ruhrfisch ><>°° 03:07, 23 March 2009 (UTC)
Tosa classHey, Ed. I figured that Tosa class battleship has been GA-quality since we finished it, so I just nom-ed it for GA. You may want to keep an eye on the review page. Cheers, Parsecboy ( talk) 14:03, 23 March 2009 (UTC)
(Out) I went ahead and tracked down the crappy version in Google books. It'll have to do until I can scan in a better one once I get home. Parsecboy ( talk) 19:03, 23 March 2009 (UTC)
Milhist queryHi Ed, long time no squeak. I've got a query for you and hope you can put me in touch with the right editors in Milhist. I've just prodded a probable hoax and then looked through the authors other edits I came upon Lajinaa, a spear from circa 1800. Googling it gets several refs back here plus stuff about a Spanish spear shaped knife or paring knife... Do you know who would be best to cast an eye over it? Ϣere SpielChequers 19:19, 24 March 2009 (UTC)
ThanksThanks so much for your support vote (it garnered a lot of other supports from users). I hope I do fine too. Regards, -- Al Ameer son ( talk) 21:06, 24 March 2009 (UTC)
OMG! WTF?TMD TLA! – Juliancolton Talk · Review 03:50, 25 March 2009 (UTC) I found an egregious error at the N.H.C.'s South Carolina Class page, and am wondering whether to just contact the webmaster since none of the Command branches seem to have an email address. For the record, the error is the old saw "Though the South Carolinas were actually designed before Dreadnought" - Decidedly unimpressed! If only someone would pay me for the reading I do!! Should I just email the webmaster or is there another way you might know of to bring this up with them? Cheers, -- Simon Harley ( talk | library | book reviews) 14:04, 25 March 2009 (UTC)
Re: Commenting on A-class nomsI used to comment on FACs back in the old days... figured I may try something similar again. Plus, if I want more reviews of my work (btw, I think I've addressed most of your points), it's only fair I help out in return, isn't it? :) -- Piotr Konieczny aka Prokonsul Piotrus| talk 19:55, 25 March 2009 (UTC) Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!On behalf of the Wikipedia:Kindness Campaign, we just want to spread Wikipedia:WikiLove by wishing you a Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Sincerely, -- A Nobody My talk 15:25, 17 March 2009 (UTC)
And back at you, my friend :) — Ed 17 (Talk / Contribs) 16:29, 17 March 2009 (UTC)
WikiBirthdayI saw from here that it's been exactly three years since you joined the project. Happy WikiBirthday! Keep up the good work, rʨanaɢ talk/ contribs 17:54, 17 March 2009 (UTC)
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You can remove this notice at any time by removing the {{Talkback}} or {{Tb}} template. Capture of Fort TiconderogaThanks again for your support in the MILHIST A review of Capture of Fort Ticonderoga (and Fort Ticonderoga, too!) Not to canvas or anything, but commentary on the FA nomination would also be appreciated. Magic ♪piano 23:22, 26 March 2009 (UTC) TalkbackHello, The ed17. You have new messages at
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Connecticut photoHi, Ed. I still don't think the image's copyright status is clearly established. Is the image in the book you cited? It's probably a Navy image, but unless we know for sure, it would be a problem if the article ever goes to WP:FAR. Parsecboy ( talk) 20:36, 27 March 2009 (UTC)
Congrats!Congrats on your election as a Coordinator of the Military history Wikiproject! In keeping with the tradition of the project and in honor of your achievement, I present you with these stars. TomStar81 ( Talk) 00:51, 29 March 2009 (UTC)
Thank you!Thank you very much for your support for me in the Military History coordinator elections. I am honored that I was elected to my new position of assistant coordinator, and look forward to working with you for the next six months. – Joe N 01:13, 29 March 2009 (UTC)
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Re:1047It looks good ed. One suggestion though: the word "however" appears quit a bit on the main text of the article, including instances where it is the first work at the start of some sentences. I would consider finding alternative words for however, or if at all possible simply removing the word for the body of the article altogether. Good luck with the article. TomStar81 ( Talk) 22:20, 30 March 2009 (UTC)
April Fool'sYeah, I know! Some of the DYKs are priceless :D Parsecboy ( talk) 02:11, 1 April 2009 (UTC)
RE:GANThank-you! I need a break from Calculus homework, so I'll give 1047 a full-review (if you took Calc, I feel for you. If you didn't, I applaud you intelligence;) Cam ( Chat) 03:33, 1 April 2009 (UTC)
Hey againHey, I've just completed a pretty detailed drawing of the Worcester class light cruiser. If you want me to upload it, let me know. Regards —Preceding unsigned comment added by 139.78.3.228 ( talk) 03:54, 1 April 2009 (UTC)
Hainan Island incidentGood catch on the image question; I saw that caption go in ages ago and should have made the connection you did. The image is now nominated for deletion at Commons, and I have removed it from the article. I think a case could be made for retaining it as a fair use pic, and have suggested this on the article talk. Once again, thank you for noticing what I should have noticed. -- John ( talk) 03:59, 1 April 2009 (UTC)
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Your inappropriate behaviorYou should've redacted the personal attacks made by Roux ( talk · contribs) against me if you want to abide by "the rule", not intervened and quoted WP:POINTy "ESSAY". As long as Roux deletes it, you're no authority doing so.-- Caspian blue 13:20, 31 March 2009 (UTC)
Your support is required...My Minion- I require your support in my current bid for absolute power over the Wiki. As your Glorious God-Emperor and Editor-in-Chief, I expect a favorable vote from you during this vital process. Thank you. Nutiketaiel ( talk) 13:04, 1 April 2009 (UTC) Figured I'd let you know...that I finally got m'self a copy of Conway's All the World's Fighting Ships 1860-1905. So if you ever need my help with it, just let me know :) Parsecboy ( talk) 20:23, 31 March 2009 (UTC) WikiCup Newsletter
1047sI'm wondering why you put the FAC at Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Design 1047 battlecruiser/archive1, and not Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Design 1047 battlecruiser? Doesn't it only go to the archive if it's failed? Parsecboy ( talk) 22:01, 31 March 2009 (UTC)
GAN RequestHey, Ed, would you have time to GA-Review Operation Charnwood? Cam ( Chat) 22:37, 31 March 2009 (UTC)
April Fool's DYK for SS Lesbian (1923)Thank you for your contribution to April Fool's Day 2009! Royal broil 22:25, 1 April 2009 (UTC)
FACHello. I have raised a question about the fair use rationale on the FAC page, and have also posed the question to an editor who works with copyright questions. [3] It would be a shame to lose the image but I'm not sure it meets the fair use criteria. Regards, Kablammo ( talk) 23:53, 1 April 2009 (UTC) |