March 23, 2005, 05:25
CaterwaullerBelieve you me!
Why did this phrase come into use? And when did people start using it? Anyone know?
March 23, 2005, 18:17
KallehGood question! I found this,
online though I don't have any idea if it is correct:
"'believe you me!' a vaguely emphatic, somewhat conventional catchphrase of C20. Granville notes that 'this is the [naval] Gunnery Instructor's emphasis to any statement. 'Believe you me, that is the only way to do the job.'"