I find the story of Henry the Second and the murder of Thomas Becket relates to the current brouhaha.

According to historylearningsite.co.uk, “Henry was furious when he found out what Becket had done. He is said to have shouted out “will no-one rid me of this troublesome priest ?” Four knights heard what Henry had shouted and took it to mean that the king wanted Becket dead. They rode to Canterbury to carry out the deed.”

Now, it’s entirely true that Henry didn’t go to Canterbury and kill Becket.

Does that mean he bore no guilt, Palin fans?

Carlos