Britannia Week - purpose

What nation would not be proud to have Britannia off their shore? Tropical island paradises with blue skies, clear water and white beaches are all very well, but what you really need to set off a view is a fine ship in the middle of it and, letting you know that the Empire is looking after you, no doubt a bloody big destroyer lurking a few hundred yards beyond.

Doesn't it make you feel safe, secure and, best of all, ruled? I should jolly well think so.