Quote by Billy Connolly

I've always wanted to go to Switzerland to see what the army does with those wee red knives.

I've always wanted to go to Switzerland to see what the army

Summary

This humorous quote by American comedian Billy Connolly expresses his curiosity about the Swiss Army Knife, a well-known multi-tool associated with Switzerland. Connolly playfully suggests that Switzerland's military might be using these tiny red knives for their operations. The quote reflects Connolly's lighthearted and curious nature, as he humorously emphasizes his desire to explore the unique aspects of different countries.

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By Billy Connolly

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