Yeah, I'm not sure about 'exorcising the ghosts of an inglorious past', but I do think my vote was influenced by the ideals of community, 'greater good' and our having more than just a trading partnership with our neighbours.
Perhaps unsurprising given I've always felt more European than British due to my parentage. Dad after all found a new home here, having had his life in Poland turned upside down a few days short of his 21st birthday and Mum was a Scot, though working in London when they met.
Sure, I'm not unaware of its failings. But I admit to voting on the basis of (a romantic, perhaps) belief that the EU can be improved. And to improve it, better from within I reasoned.
Interesting thread.