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All of these articles discuss his desire for citizenship, and being refused. I've yet to read one that explains what a person of his standing would gain from B
by avar 3y ago
All of these articles discuss his desire for citizenship, and being refused.
I've yet to read one that explains what a person of his standing would gain from British citizenship in practical terms, surely he was wealthy enough to permanently reside wherever he wanted.
- dfxm12 3y agoMore than a document allowing him to reside somewhere, it was a status symbol to him, and something he thought important for his family moving forward. Think of the fictional Barry Lyndon in his quest for himself (and sons) to become part of the English Aristocracy.
- toyg 3y agoThings are not always rational in life, particularly with strong characters like him. He was probably influenced by the last remains of colonial Britain, getting his formative break under English-educated Kashoggi.