Patriotic Moments in Wrestling

by K. Thor Jensen

There are few things in this world as indisputably all-American as professional wrestling. Despite the popularity of sports entertainment in countries like Mexico and Japan, the beating heart of grappling lies here in the States. And so it's no surprise that wrestlers, promoters and bookers often appeal to our patriotic instincts to add a little flavor to a match or angle. In this piece, we delve back into wrestling history to find the five moments that made us proudest to be living in the land of the free and the home of the brave. From grass-roots political organizing to good old-fashioned Commie bashing, we celebrate our Country's birthday with a few of the most patriotic moments in wrestling.