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D-Day Operation Overlord Metal Sign – Made in America
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Our original D-Day art is made in America and printed on aluminum, with a durable finish that will hold up outside as well as inside.
It comes drilled with a hole in the center top and center bottom, like a traditional sign you'd see along the road.
The sign itself only weights 7.8 ounces, so you have several different mounting options:
- Hang it: Use the existing top hole and hang it on a nail or small picture hanger.
- Mount it: Use the existing top and bottom holes to screw it or nail it to a post or wall.
- Put it up so it can be removed cleanly later: Use 3M Command strips (purchase separately) to avoid damaging the surface where you mount it.
- Put it up some place where you want to have it for a long time: Use the optional padded mounting squares and circles we offer. Caution: These are strong and cannot be removed later without some damage to painted and possibly other surfaces.
- Display it in a permanent location and really make it standout: Use standoffs to really make it "pop." If you use the existing hole at the top middle and bottom middle you will most likely have to make the hole a little larger. Alternatively, you can drill your own holes in the corners. Consider using the "rivets" in that we included in the design for placement of your screws. Obviously of all of the methods listed here, this is the most involved. It requites tools—and an understanding spouse helps.
Made in America.
Size: 12" x 18"
Our new D-Day Operation Overlord is packed with historical references.
The design shows different elements from several aspects of the landing:
- A C-47, with “Invasion stripes,” along with other planes that were used to transport paratroopers and to tow gliders
- Paratroopers and the drop zones, which were identified by letters (O, N , T, W, A, C, D, E)
- Barrage balloons that were set up to protect the landing area from enemy planes
- The beaches and nations assigned to each, listed in the order in which the men landing on the beaches saw them.
- The flags of the major allied nations involved in the landing, including the Red Ensign for Canadian troops and the 48-star flag for US troops.
- The sectors for each beach—Starting under Omaha, they are in alphabetic order
- Troops of Company E, 16th Infantry, 1st Infantry Division (the Big Red One), wading onto the Easy Red section of Omaha Beach from the USS Samuel Chase
- Text from the order of the day, which was distributed on the evening before as a printed leaflet to 175,000 members of the Allied forces
- The immense number of troops, planes, and ships involved in D-Day
Notes on the design:
- This design brings together several different elements from D-Day; it's not meant to be a photographic representation of one specific view or scene.
- While "D-Day" was a term used with all operations, not just the landing on Normandy Beach, I chose to use it here because it's become widely identified with this operation.
- "Operation Overlord" was the name of the entire operation to invade Northern Europe, not just the landing. It began on June 6 and ended on August 30, 1944.
- "Operation Neptune" was the name of the operation to transport and land men and materiel on the beach. It ended on June 30.
This design is also available in a women's v-neck shirt, a long-sleeved shirt, and a hooded sweatshirt.
Our WWII Collection
Browse through all our original designs in our WWII collection, including Pearl Harbor, Midway, The Battle of the Bulge, "V" for Victory with all of the battles listed, History Nerd paratrooper / Operation Overlord, Operation Market Garden, She's a W.O.W., a print with more than 100 posters from the homefront, our Victory pin, and more.
A final note: Thanks to Larisa for the suggestion of a D-Day shirt back when we were coming up on the 75th anniversary. It became one of our most successful designs ever.
I had always wanted to create another design that took a different approach, and after the very positive response to our Battle of the Bulge design, I began work with the same designer to develop what you see here. Thanks to the folks who reviewed this design and provided feedback, and to everyone who has supported our WWII designs and told us how much they mean to them.
— Lee Wright | Founder | The History List | History Camp | The Pursuit of History
History behind the design
History behind the design
Shipping
Shipping
For shipments to addresses within the U.S. (scroll down for International shipping)
Flat-rate shipping: Regardless of the number of items you order, the shipping price for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, and button packs is $5.95.
For hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets, the shipping cost is $8.95.
Our flat rate shipping means you can add two or more t-shirts, sweatshirts, or caps for no additional shipping charge.
Note that some large or heavy items, including larger framed prints, may have a different shipping charge or a shipping surcharge. When they do, it will be noted on the product page.
Timing
We try to ship orders within three business days of receiving them. This applies to in-stock items. Framed items or items requiring personalization may take up to two weeks longer. If there is an extended delay, it will be noted on the product page.
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If you need to receive your order by a certain date, such as to give as a gift or have for a trip, we recommend ordering at least two weeks in advance, especially if you are using USPS shipping.
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Additional notes:
- When fulfillment takes longer, such as around the Christmas holidays, we'll put up an announcement in the site and will list recommended shipping deadlines below.
- If an item is out of stock, we will contact you.
- If one of your items is an advance order, that will be noted on the product page along with an estimate of when it will ship. If that estimated date changes, the product page will be updated.
Charges for shipping to destinations in the United States and to APO, DPO, and FPO addresses
- Free shipping
- On stickers, magnets, decals, patches, static clings, and individual button pins.
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US Postal Service shipping - The least expensive, though also less reliable than UPS. (See more on UPS in the next section.)
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$5.95 for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, button packs.
Regardless of the number of items you order, the shipping price is still fixed at $5.95. Our flat rate shipping means you can add another t-shirt, cap, or book for no additional shipping charge.
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$8.95 for hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets.
UPS 3 Business Day Select
Note: UPS 3 Business Day select is not available for addresses in Hawaii and Alaska. If UPS is selected for Hawaii or Alaska, the order will be shipped UPS Ground.
- $14.95 for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, button packs.
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$18.95 for hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets.
- If the actual shipping cost is significantly higher than what we’re charging, we will contact you to discuss alternatives.
- UPS Overnight (Next Business Day Delivery)
For shipments to addresses outside the United States
DestinationsWe only ship to locations that are served by US Postal Service International Service.
Charges
- Canada and Mexico
- $18.00 for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, button packs.
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$24.00 for hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets.
- Rest of the World
- Rates starts at $65.00.
Additional charges for all destinations
Some large, heavy items may have an additional shipping charge. If that's the case, it will be noted on the product page.
If the actual shipping cost is significantly higher than what we’re charging, we will contact you to discuss alternatives.
All original designs are copyrighted by The History List
All original designs are copyrighted by The History List
All designs are copyrighted by The History List and the History Nerd text and design on t-shirts is a registered trademark. If you see a knock off, please let me know.
Mission
Mission
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