15 things tourists notice in the U.S. that Americans totally miss

The “Hidden” America: 15 Mind-Blowing Observations

We sure do have a lot of flags everywhere. — myfourmoons

“The labeling on coins is just not in a place that’s easy to see, and they lack numbers.” — chocotacogato

Historical Context: Michael White (US Mint) explains it’s an “artistic choice.” Interestingly, from 1809 to 1836, half dollars actually had “50 C.” imprinted before art took over and changed it to “Half Dollar.”

“The gap around the stall doors in public restrooms. It’s weird, and I hate it.” — SidheRa

“So. Many. Insurance. Commercials.” — Reddit_Talent_Coach

“Bank drive-thru lanes. Why don’t you just get out of your car and walk in?” — JWilsn_Art

Fact: According to Wells Fargo, “motor banks” were invented in the U.S. in the 1930s.

THE PLEDGE

“Every morning, American children stand and recite the ‘pledge of allegiance’ in unison. My Russian colleague said: ‘That is the most Comm*nist thing I’ve ever heard!’

— jzzdancer2
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