America has always been a battleground of cultures. From the time the Pilgrims first met the natives of this land, to the time when the first slaves were forcibly transported here, America has always been a place where different cultures have struggled for dominance as they encountered each other. Culture is a vital part of America, just like in any other society. Time after time, many American writers have each in his or her own …showed first 75 words of 1443 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1443 total…tongue, bright dresses or different hair. One'’s culture and heritage is not something to be adopted just for the sake of a trend, to be used as conveniently as one would wear clothing. Culture and heritage are taught, from one generation to the next, not suddenly picked up like an antique found in a pawn shop. A person who possesses their real heritage and culture makes use of it every day of their life.