"Happy July 2” v-neck shirt with John Adams and his quote on the back

Our original design, with "Happy July 2" on the front and, on the back, an image of John Adams with his famous pronouncement, 

The shirt: In your choice of fabric, fit, and color.

• Ice blue - Printed on a super soft 4.3 ounce t-shirt from Next Level that is 60% cotton / 40% polyester jersey and has been pre-washed to reduce shrinkage. This is the v-neck we've been offering, and based on the feedback from buyers, one of whom characterized it as more of a "feminine fit," order a size larger than you would if you were ordering a standard men's/unisex shirt. Sizes: S - 2XL.  See size chart.

  Important: Order one size up.

• Heather grey - Printed on a 4.3 oz 100% cotton shirt with comfortable, relaxed fit. This is a new shirt we've added in response to feedback, so if you prefer a women's v-neck shirt that is less fitted, this is the one for you. SIzes: S-3XL. See size chart.

You may also find this design on a crewneck shirt for men and women, and in a women's tank top.

Shipping: USPS standard shipping is $4.95. Add a t-shirt, cap, or book to this order and they ship at no additional cost.

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Historical background

John Adams, writing to his wife from Philadelphia on July 3: 

"The Second Day of July 1776, will be the most memorable Epocha, in the History of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival. It ought to be commemorated, as the Day of Deliverance by solemn Acts of Devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shews, Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and Illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other from this Time forward forever more. You will think me transported with Enthusiasm but I am not. — I am well aware of the Toil and Blood and Treasure, that it will cost Us to maintain this Declaration, and support and defend these States. — Yet through all the Gloom I can see the Rays of ravishing Light and Glory. I can see that the End is more than worth all the Means. And that Posterity will tryumph in that Days Transaction, even altho We should rue it, which I trust in God We shall not."

(Spelling from the original. "Epocha" is an archaic form of "epoch.")

Why July 2? The Continental Congress declared freedom from Britain on July 2. They approved the Declaration of Independence on July 4.

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