The author analyses the social genotype of the settlers from Durmitor region (Republic of Montenegro) in Vojvodina on the occasion of their 62nd anniversary. Starting from the definition of national culture by Fukujama, which considers culture as customs heritage, author views culture as a group of: tradition, history, beliefs, customs, collective memory, symbols, quantification and adequate forms of behavior. Cultural values can have a positive or negative effect on socio-economic development. Considering that, every economic system becomes specific 'cultural asset', on which development depends on. Based on the analysis of the rich literary material, as well as the personal experience (as a descendant of settlers), the author points out the main traits of the settlers: Dinara type personality, violent temper, epic spirit, traditional culture and peasant roots. The rich peasant experience and primeval attachment to agriculture makes up the rural character of these people. The author analyses the roots of the settlers starting from the thesis that the appreciation of one's roots means the dignity of individuals and nations, as well as of their cultural identity.
