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Oscar · 8 January 2009, 07:22 AM

[B]Probably a dumb question to ask, but exactly where and how did the phrase Redneck come about?

And, please don't tell me Joe started the trend either................

Has anyone noticed that my posts are fairly intellectual............

Michael

Arrows58 · 8 January 2009, 07:59 AM

Isn't it from the the south so I'm guessing it's probably to do with sun burnt necks.......

But then I'm English so what would I know

RichardB · 8 January 2009, 08:02 AM

Years ago, poor farm workers bending over in the fields would get sun burn on the back of their necks. These migrant workers, share croppers, or just poor laborers often had little education. Hence the term "Dumb Redneck."

toph · 8 January 2009, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Arrows58

Isn't it from the the south so I'm guessing it's probably to do with sun burnt necks.......

But then I'm English so what would I know

yeah i have heard that one too, something to do with them being uneducated farmers who work out in fields all day- hence the red neck from the sun. Fact or Myth i do not know

Leighton · 8 January 2009, 08:08 AM

I will refrain from saying that when you look up the word "redneck" in the dictionary you find a picture of Joe.

Wikipedia has some interesting suggested origins, even going back to the UK!:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redneck

But, I'm not so sure Wikipedia has got this one right. I'm originally from a small town in Tennessee, about a eighty miles east of Nashville. So, I know my rednecks. My Mama used to say that the term originated from the sunburn that a farmer would get on the back of his neck after plowing the fields all day with his beasts of burden. And, I always believed everything my Mama told me.

Rolexitis · 8 January 2009, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by RichardB

Years ago, poor farm workers bending over in the fields would get sun burn on the back of their necks. These migrant workers, share croppers, or just poor laborers often had little education. Hence the term "Dumb Redneck."

I think this is an accurate description. It carried on for generations and it is a term that I hear almost daily in my geographic area.

buz-lh · 8 January 2009, 08:31 AM

See thread page three for the down low on rednecks. http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...redneck&page=3

gmh1013 · 8 January 2009, 08:34 AM

Just come to South East Texas....when you see one you will know
Just do a Jeff Foxworthy search on google

Launch Mini · 8 January 2009, 09:14 AM

Found this

The popular etymology says that the term derives from such individuals having a red neck caused by working outdoors in the sunlight over the course of their lifetime. The effect of decades of direct sunlight on the exposed skin of the back of the neck not only reddens fair skin, but renders it leathery and tough, and typically very wrinkled by late middle age. Another popular theory stems from the use of red bandanas tied around the neck to signify union affiliation during the violent clashes between United Mine Workers and owners between 1910 and 1920.

Some historians claim that the term redneck originated in 17th century Virginia, when indentured servants were sunburnt while tending plantation crops.

An alternative origin of the term comes from Scotland. In Scotland, the National Covenant and The Solemn League and Covenant (aka Covenanters)signed documents stating that Scotland desired a Presbyterian Church Government, and rejected the Church of England as their official church.

Many of the Covenanters Signed these documents using their own blood, and many in the movement began wearing red pieces of cloth around their neck to signify their position to the public. They were referred to as Rednecks. Many of the early inhabitants of the US South were of Scottish Descent, and according to this theory, this term was applied to many of the southern Scottish immigrants early on, eventually changing into the term we know today

redshirt1957 · 8 January 2009, 09:25 AM

I raised my hand, but no one has picked me to answer.

Launch Mini · 8 January 2009, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

I raised my hand, but no one has picked me to answer.

Joe, you may now speak....

(does a real Redneck require permission to speak?)

Just roll the windows down on your Pick Up before you speak, so we can hear you.

Rolexitis · 8 January 2009, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

I raised my hand, but no one has picked me to answer.

Teacher: "Yes Mr. ...........Bubba for now? what is your answer"?

redshirt1957 · 8 January 2009, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

Joe, you may now speak....

(does a real Redneck require permission to speak?)

Just roll the windows down on your Pick Up before you speak, so we can hear you.

I WILL roll down my window when I speak, but I will not stop from kissing my sister though.

Launch Mini · 8 January 2009, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

I WILL roll down my window when I speak, but I will not stop from kissing my sister though.

Sister, wife, cousin, aunt, Is there a difference??

redshirt1957 · 8 January 2009, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

Sister, wife, cousin, aunt, Is there a difference??

You are getting closer to the true meaning of a Southern RedNeck all on your own.

A bigger hint...some RedNecks are made, some are born, and some are both.

JJ Irani · 8 January 2009, 09:52 AM

I'm at work, reading this crazy thread and laughing my head off!!

shedlock2000 · 8 January 2009, 01:17 PM

Bubba...... youll need to spit out that chaw before yelling out of the truck window!!!

Leighton · 8 January 2009, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

A bigger hint...some RedNecks are made, some are born, and some are both.

And some simply refuse to wear sunscreen.....

cmr · 8 January 2009, 06:09 PM

union coal miners fighting for rights.

here you go guys,

enjoy

Red Necks and Red Bandanas: Appalachian Coal Miners and the Coloring of Union Identity, 1912-1936

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/m...1/ai_n17174894

Tombstone · 8 January 2009, 06:27 PM

Go ask the "BAMA" aka choke football team...after the sugar bowl they can tell you.

Trurolexer · 8 January 2009, 09:44 PM

Welcome Back, Michael!!!

Yeah, my neck colour is red too. I'm a Farmer, remember? lol!!!

Oscar · 10 January 2009, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

I WILL roll down my window when I speak, but I will not stop from kissing my sister though.

Joe, again, too much information as per usual. Best that some things are left unsaid.................

Oscar · 10 January 2009, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Trurolexer

Welcome Back, Michael!!!

Yeah, my neck colour is red too. I'm a Farmer, remember? lol!!!

TR,

Thanks for the kind words. I am slowly getting better. Life is looking more positive for me now. Plus, all jokes aside I have the support of my wife, Bubba and all you great TRF mermbers

Michael

redshirt1957 · 10 January 2009, 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Oscar

TR,

Thanks for the kind words. I am slowly getting better. Life is looking more positive for me now. Plus, all jokes aside I have the support of my wife, Bubba and all you great TRF mermbers

Michael

Hey, in the south when you mention support it usually means a jock strap for men, and maybe some of the women, and a wire bra for THE GALS.

Now you know why southern women go braless at the airport, because of metal detectors.

leopardprey · 10 January 2009, 01:58 PM

As stated above, from Red Neck from field workers. In many cultures, especially here in Asia, darker skin denotes lower class to many (Not saying this is right, it is not, but that is a fact of how many with darker colored skin are viewed in Asia).

One of the reasons, many is Asia think Westerners are crazy to get Sun tans, and you see Asians all the time trying to cover their skin from getting darker. Whiter skin is held in higher regard, like here in Thailand where Whitening Creams are one of the highest revenue earners and consumption has drastically increased.

JimSnyder · 10 January 2009, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Leighton

I will refrain from saying that when you look up the word "redneck" in the dictionary you find a picture of Joe.

Wikipedia has some interesting suggested origins, even going back to the UK!:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redneck

But, I'm not so sure Wikipedia has got this one right. I'm originally from a small town in Tennessee, about a eighty miles east of Nashville. So, I know my rednecks. My Mama used to say that the term originated from the sunburn that a farmer would get on the back of his neck after plowing the fields all day with his beasts of burden. And, I always believed everything my Mama told me.

It true! My Mama always told me my Magic Shoes would take me anywhere

JimSnyder · 10 January 2009, 03:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Hey, in the south when you mention support it usually means a jock strap for men, and maybe some of the women, and a wire bra for THE GALS.

Now you know why southern women go braless at the airport, because of metal detectors.

You are a Vast 3 car garage of Information

Uncle-AJ · 10 January 2009, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by JimSnyder

It true! My Mama always told me my Magic Shoes would take me anywhere

Are you sure she didn't say "Magic mushrooms"?

Oscar · 11 January 2009, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Hey, in the south when you mention support it usually means a jock strap for men, and maybe some of the women, and a wire bra for THE GALS.

Now you know why southern women go braless at the airport, because of metal detectors.

Joe,

Going by all those little blue pills you take you'd need one hell of a big strap.

Actually, Mel was telling me quite the opposite when I was around at your place the other day...............

:jus tkiddi

michael

8 January 2009, 07:22 AM	#1
Oscar "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Michael Location: Melb, Australia Watch: SS GMTIIC Posts: 1,350	Where did the Phrase "Redneck" Come From [B]Probably a dumb question to ask, but exactly where and how did the phrase Redneck come about? And, please don't tell me Joe started the trend either................ Has anyone noticed that my posts are fairly intellectual............ Michael

8 January 2009, 07:59 AM	#2
Arrows58 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ian Location: England Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 273	Isn't it from the the south so I'm guessing it's probably to do with sun burnt necks....... But then I'm English so what would I know __________________ And remember 'You fail 100% of the chances you don't take'

8 January 2009, 08:08 AM	#5
Leighton "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Leighton Location: So. California Watch: SS GMT IIc Posts: 1,366	I will refrain from saying that when you look up the word "redneck" in the dictionary you find a picture of Joe. Wikipedia has some interesting suggested origins, even going back to the UK!: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redneck But, I'm not so sure Wikipedia has got this one right. I'm originally from a small town in Tennessee, about a eighty miles east of Nashville. So, I know my rednecks. My Mama used to say that the term originated from the sunburn that a farmer would get on the back of his neck after plowing the fields all day with his beasts of burden. And, I always believed everything my Mama told me. __________________ GMT MASTER II 116710N

8 January 2009, 08:31 AM	#7
buz-lh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Buz Location: Atlanta Watch: Rolex Tudor Pam Posts: 5,108	See thread page three for the down low on rednecks. http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...redneck&page=3 __________________ Buz The faster you move, the slower time passes, the longer you live. Peter Diamandis

8 January 2009, 09:14 AM	#9
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,241	Found this The popular etymology says that the term derives from such individuals having a red neck caused by working outdoors in the sunlight over the course of their lifetime. The effect of decades of direct sunlight on the exposed skin of the back of the neck not only reddens fair skin, but renders it leathery and tough, and typically very wrinkled by late middle age. Another popular theory stems from the use of red bandanas tied around the neck to signify union affiliation during the violent clashes between United Mine Workers and owners between 1910 and 1920. Some historians claim that the term redneck originated in 17th century Virginia, when indentured servants were sunburnt while tending plantation crops. An alternative origin of the term comes from Scotland. In Scotland, the National Covenant and The Solemn League and Covenant (aka Covenanters)signed documents stating that Scotland desired a Presbyterian Church Government, and rejected the Church of England as their official church. Many of the Covenanters Signed these documents using their own blood, and many in the movement began wearing red pieces of cloth around their neck to signify their position to the public. They were referred to as Rednecks. Many of the early inhabitants of the US South were of Scottish Descent, and according to this theory, this term was applied to many of the southern Scottish immigrants early on, eventually changing into the term we know today __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

8 January 2009, 08:02 AM	#3
RichardB Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: Coastal SC Watch: Daytona Posts: 16	Years ago, poor farm workers bending over in the fields would get sun burn on the back of their necks. These migrant workers, share croppers, or just poor laborers often had little education. Hence the term "Dumb Redneck."

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gmh1013 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: greg Location: Tempe AZ Watch: GMT Posts: 5,703	Just come to South East Texas....when you see one you will know Just do a Jeff Foxworthy search on google

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Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Welcome Back, Michael!!! Yeah, my neck colour is red too. I'm a Farmer, remember? lol!!!

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leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	As stated above, from Red Neck from field workers. In many cultures, especially here in Asia, darker skin denotes lower class to many (Not saying this is right, it is not, but that is a fact of how many with darker colored skin are viewed in Asia). One of the reasons, many is Asia think Westerners are crazy to get Sun tans, and you see Asians all the time trying to cover their skin from getting darker. Whiter skin is held in higher regard, like here in Thailand where Whitening Creams are one of the highest revenue earners and consumption has drastically increased.

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