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In some parts of Osnabrück, locals resent the British military bases in town and are reluctant to speak English unless you have made an attempt in German. In others, people may automatically recognise that you aren't German and may thus begin a conversation in English. Since British left Osnabrück in 2008 this may be diminishing. If you are not sure, try to ask in German "Sprechen Sie Englisch?" Do you speak English?. Usually they speak English and will help you at their best. Some speak a little French or Spanish,
