I'm currently in the United States. While I knew that patriotism was high over here, it's actually disturbing to me how big it is. The armed forces are worshipped.
In the UK, small children and those requiring assistance are first on to planes, whereas I've heard a call for a flight where "veterans" are first in line. In practically every shop or tourist attraction, there are special veterans rates.
In the UK, this would be unheard of. For me, going into the armed forces is a career choice. It's no different to choosing to be a bus driver, architect or office worker.
Actually thinking about it, in the UK there are a group of people that possibly deserve the same recognition and respect affording to those military personnel in the States, and that's our health support workers - especially those in the UK's NHS.
Additionally, in any big store - whether it's general retail like Walmart or specialised like Lowe's hardware, you will inevitably come across a flag section selling all manner of Stars and Stripes flags, banners etc.
On a day to day basis in the UK, you're unlikely to see a flag and only when one of the sports teams is going to an international tournament, will there be an outbreak of flag waving.
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