Roof stomp

A roof stomp is a tradition in the United States Air Force where servicemembers mount the roof of the home of a colonel or higher-ranking officer and stomp on the roof. The event is typically planned, and not a surprise for the resident, who may open his home to the participants after the event. 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

  1. ↑ Brooke Brzozowske (20 February 2009). "CGOC returns porch stomp to Warren colonels". F.E. Warren Air Force Base. Retrieved 18 September 2010.
  2. ↑ Marie Denson (10 August 2011). "CGOs stomp the wing commander's house". Schreiver Air Force Base. Retrieved 18 September 2010.
  3. ↑ 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.

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