Funny quote about the Portuguese

[Smeagol]

I found this in an old history textbook. This is what they used to teach American kids in the 1800s:
"The climate of Portugal is similar to that of Spain. The people also resemble the Spaniards, but speak a language somewhat different. The Portuguese are very ignorant, and as they seldom read, they have plenty of time for dancing."

[Joso]

It can also be used for the french, italiano and gteek i think

[Bobby Martnen]

The Portuguese are very ignorant, and as they seldom read, they have plenty of time for dancing."[/I]

As late as 1930, 68% of Portuguese were illiterate.