I guess most native english people have studied a bit of french at school
Really?
Here in the U.S., unfortunately, multiple languages aren't very popular.
And while French is generally offered in schools, I would guess Spanish was much more popular a choice/option.
(Admittedly, I was in Southern California, so that might be distorted)
And, being a nerd, I didn't even do that.. I took Latin.
Anyway, as for this, good effort. Good luck.
I don't see Jens budging, no matter how many sigs tho...
Another option might be seeing if the MAME guys can get at the MACH chip. Apparently (I read in a post on Amibay) that they dig into some chips for their work, and I think someone said a MACH chip was on their list (I don't think it was the 131). If there is a cost element, perhaps chatting with them and a small campaign to raise some funds to help them might be more productive.
desiv