What do you believe defines American Tradition?

2018-01-29T13:16:55-05:00

This question is entirely subjective and I actually hope to get a wide variety of opinions. To get the conversation started, I believe that the great thing about American Tradition is that it is every tradition. As a nation that prides itself as being a giant melting pot of different people from all over the globe, I believe that the best part about American Tradition is just how much we all celebrate things together regardless of who's tradition it really is. On Cinco de Mayo we are all out partying, St. Patrick's Day is the same thing. We all recognize Thanksgiving and Christmas and we understand the importance of Hannukah or Ramadan. I believe that this is part of what makes this country the greatest place on Earth. What do you believe defines American Tradition?

Response by SPC David Willis made Jan 29 at 2018 1:21 PM

2018-01-29T13:21:32-05:00

I would agree the cross culture melting pot is one of those things that has always made America great. Also the mind set passed down by our ancestors that you could make a living for yourself with hard work and determination.

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 29 at 2018 2:27 PM

2018-01-29T14:27:04-05:00

A deceptively simply question SGT.
I sometimes ask myself if there is really such thing as "American" culture, or rather, an American ideal that draws in many cultures. I'd like to think that being "American" translates to being self-sufficient, ambitious, just, brave, compassionate, and optimistic. History however focuses on the blemishes, so we have to keep painting a portrait of what things should be...more than what they often are. I once heard it said like this, "...The poet writes the tune, the warrior gives it words, and the children sing it."

Response by SSG William Bruno made May 16 at 2019 6:54 PM

2019-05-16T18:54:37-04:00

Immigration is an American tradition. Seeking to better yourself and your family is an American tradition. Eating food that your grandma ate in the old country is a very tasty American tradition!