Yeah, like 'We erected this self-promoting piece of propagandist sculpture in your country, which we invaded, and we would like you to respect that sentiment'
Yes Rory - reminds me of a Monty Python sketch where WW2 soldiers were on trial accused of not taking the war seriously.(e.g. flicking wet towels at the Germans)
edit: - sorry to deviate, but if you have 10 mins: