Gamal Abdel Nasser was the president of Egypt during the Suez Crisis and led the nation toward its rebirth as a new industrial and free country. By emphasizing Egyptian independence from other nations like Britain and France, Nasser became a symbol of national identity for Egypt.The flag of any nation represents its people and everything they stand for, therefore the Egyptian flag is necessary to showcase the national identity of Egypt.Food is an essential piece of any country’s culture and Egypt is no different, their food is a piece of their national identity and therefore it has a place on this list. The meat and vegetables are all things local to Egypt and therefore it gives Egyptians pride to show their identity through the food they eat and prepare.The pyramids have been a symbol of Egypt and therefore they represent the national identity of the nation. They are symbols of Egyptian intellect and strength for having lasted thousands of years.Religion has always been important to the people of Egypt both in ancient history and in the modern age. The ancient Egyptian gods shown here are symbols of Egyptian identity because of their power in Egyptian society and the people of Egypt’s strong belief in them throughout history.Cleopatra has been a symbol of Egypt for centuries, her story is known around the world and she is known to be smart and beautiful. Her place in Egyptian culture and history cannot be understated and therefore she is tied to the country’s national identity.The Nile river is a symbol of Egyptian national identity for its importance to Egyptian life. For centuries it has provided the people of Egypt with food and water, the necessities of life, and is largely the reason that Egypt became a civilization in the first place.The Library of Alexandria represents the knowledge and power of ancient Egyptian civilization and its recreation in the modern age is the reason it remains a part of Egyptian national identity.Though most pharaohs could have been used on this list Ramses II is the most renowned in the ancient age. His conquests made Egypt rich and he lived a long life in which he constructed major religious centers and statues which have lasted to the present day, and therefore is crucial to the identity of the Egyptian people.Papyrus was created as a means to record information originally, however it has become a symbol of knowledge that stems from the ancient world. It symbolizes the great knowledge and power that once was held by Egypt, a piece of their national identity.Cats have always held power in Egypt for their symbolic purpose, in which they represent gods and other beings like the Sphynx. They remain a symbol of Egyptian national identity for what they have represented in the past and the future.The Red Sea is an anomaly in the world due to its intense salt content, and it has long been used to trade in Egypt. It ties into Egyptian national identity because it is known all around the world and has been a resource for the Egyptian people throughout history.
The American flag is a symbol of the United States and freedom, it is important to the identity of every American for the meaning it represents.The Norwegian flag is also important to my identity because my mother and her entire side of my family is from Norway and all of my life my family has celebrated Norwegian traditions because of our close relation to our family that still lives there.Similar to the previous flags, the Greek flag is also important to my identity because of my heritage on my dad’s side of our family, I also have a Greek name thanks to my father so I have great respect for this side of my family.I could have chosen many different presidents, but Abraham Lincoln is the embodiment of many American values and an important historical figure to our history. By setting up the lifestyle and government policies we live by today, this president makes the list for representing national identity.The most watched national sport in America and my favorite to watch as well. This is important to national identity because almost every person I know watches NFL games and sets up their time during the season around the timing of games.When I think of American cuisine I think of tasty deep fried anything, or a large piece of meat, though this is not the only true thing about American cuisine this is the stereotypical idea of American food and it represents my tastes and preferences.National identity for most Americans comes with pride for our military, the power and influence our country has on the world around it is a selling point for most Americans and how they think of themselves. Where in the world would you and your family be safer than in the US?
Personally, the Julenissen is important to my identity because every year my family celebrates Norwegian Christmas which takes place on Christmas Eve rather than Christmas day. Trolls are the symbols used in a Norwegian Christmas celebration.American music is known all over the world and the Grammys are the celebration of American music so I thought that this could represent the music that is crucial in both my own and the national identity of American culture in the modern age.The identity of Americans is largely based on what language they speak because so many different languages are spoken from place to place. Personally I speak Norwegian with my family at home although I only speak english outside of my house. Therefore language is also a large part of my identity.The identity of each American is dependent on their religious beliefs, this does not impact how they are accepted in American life and culture. Though I am not religious whatsoever, most people I know are and they each follow different religions something that shows true American identity.
Branding and capitalism are large pieces of American identity. Everyone cares about what brands you support, and what you wear as it depicts the type of person you are. Personally, brands represent my own identity because what I choose to buy and support shows more about me than anything else I choose to say and do.
