Who Really Won in the Game of Rock Paper Scissors During WWII?

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The forum discussion humorously explores the significance of Rock Paper Scissors (RPS) during WWII, particularly in the context of a courtroom scenario where attorneys engage in the game. Participants highlight the absurdity of taking RPS seriously, with one user jokingly asserting that "rock beats lawsuit because it is made out of paper." The conversation also suggests a playful interpretation of historical leaders from England and Germany, implying that England's victory in WWII can be likened to winning a game of RPS.

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I can't decide what part I think is funniest...envisioning two attorneys standing on the courtroom steps playing rock, paper, scissors, or that there are actually people who take the game so seriously that they're worried this will make a mockery of the game if not properly officiated. :smile:

Something tells me that judge is a grandparent. :biggrin:
 
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Rock beats lawsuit because it is made out of paper.
Someone needs to resurcte that rock, paper, scissors game on PF.
 
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If you look at WWII photos of the leaders of England and Germany, you realize that they were playing this game and that England won.
 

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