American traditional boat tattoos are a very distinct type of body art. The style emerged in the US around the early 1900's as sailors became more adventurous, travelling around the world. As they did so, they encountered different cultures and styles of tattoos and began to incorporate them into their own designs. American traditional boat tattoos are characterized by their bold and angular lines, iconic symbols, and the use of bright colors. These tattoos are often seen as a tribute to the sailor's adventurous spirit, as they take inspiration from the sea and all the mysteries it holds.