You said (or implied)
The French were instrumental in our liberation from the British and we seem not to like them much lately. I concede that point.
I said, (or implied)
We liberated the French and they have disliked us for over 50 years.
We both said, (or implied)
Liberation apparently does not equal affection for the liberator. in America, in France or in Iraq.
I say,
How the animosity is expressed is another topic.