Roof stomp
A roof stomp is a tradition in the United States Air Force where servicemembers mount the roof of the home of a new unit commander, colonel or other higher-ranking officer and stomp on the roof. The event originated as a "hospitality check", where unit members proceeded to a members residence to check their ability to entertain the group with beverages, food, and entertainment. Frequently, the location or target is determined based on not being present when the majority of a squadron determines a squadron party needs to happen. Members then proceed directly to their squadron mates house, stomp on the roof, in an attempt to be let in. Originally the event was intended as being a surprise, but has evolved into frequently notifying the members significant other so that she can either prepare, or make arrangements for children, etc. It is an "informal celebration recognizing a new commander, a retirement or other special event."[1] This tradition has evolved into another version of the roof stomp, the "porch stomp".[2]
According to Greg Tims,
Traditionally, a roof stomp is where you greet a new commander or celebrate some sort of special occasion by climbing up on the commander's roof and begin to make a LOT of noise while others are outside banging on the windows and doors. When he or she opens the door, the commander invites the group in for food and drink.[3]
References
- ^ Brooke Brzozowske (20 February 2009). "CGOC returns porch stomp to Warren colonels". F.E. Warren Air Force Base. Retrieved 18 September 2010.
- ^ Marie Denson (10 August 2011). "CGOs stomp the wing commander's house". Schreiver Air Force Base. Retrieved 18 September 2010.
- ^ Greg Tims (16 October 2009). "Commander: Impressed with the men and women of the 90th Missile Wing". F.E. Warren Air Force Base. Retrieved 18 September 2010.
External links
- "Glossary" (2008), 4 Military Families.com. Archived 2 April 2012.