Although dominated by white, Anglo - Saxon sociocultural patterns, American culture is in fact a tapestry woven of diverse and African traditions as well as those of European origin.

Although dominated by white, Anglo-Saxon sociocultural patterns, American culture is in fact a tapestry woven of diverse and African traditions as well as those of European origin.

For more than 300 years, French barons ruled over the Anglo-Saxons, bringing over a higher culture, including court manners, chivalry, ways of dress and eating.