What I think is that Germany,the Country that caused TWO World Wars in the 1900s became 'the top dog' of the EU assisted by France. The 2 enemies were suddenly best friends controlling the EU and us Brits were just a subservient partner only wanted for the vast amount of money we had to pay to be in 'their club called the EU'.
Even after Brexit we are still paying what was called an 'Exit Bill' of over THIRTY BILLION (yes £30 billion).
Germany caused 2 wars & got off lighter than we did for leaving their club.
Maybe this is where the words 'Snaky French' came from😁