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"Victory at Midway" Made in America Shirt

"Victory at Midway" Made in America Shirt

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Our original design recognizes the Victory at Midway and is packed with meaning for people who love the history of WWII, including detailed profiles of the carriers as they were during this battle; the primary planes used; the islands, with "AF" marked on them; the dates of the battle; and, the 48-star American flag that flew on the USS Enterprise. 

The shirt:

  • 100% cotton Made in the USA shirt in Navy — Knitted, dyed, and sewn in America and screen printed in New England. 4.4 oz.  In S - 4XL. See size chart.

This design is also available in a women's v-neck shirt, long-sleeved shirt, crewneck sweatshirt, long-sleeved shirt with UV protection, shirt in youth sizes, sticker, and a magnet.

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Historical accounts and background

The Naval History and Heritage Command has an online library that contains a very interesting publication from 1943: Combat Narratives — Battle of Midway, June 3-6, 1942

As explained in a January 8, 1943 forward:

"Combat Narratives have been prepared by the Publications Branch of the Office of Naval Intelligence for the information of the officers of the United States Navy.

The data on which these studies are based are those official documents which are suitable for a confidential publication. This material has been collated and presented in chronological order.

In perusing these narratives, the reader should bear in mind that while they recount in considerable detail the engagements in which our forces participated, certain underlying aspects of these operations must be kept in a secret category until after the end of the war."

 

While one can find later accounts that may be more thorough, this document provides detailed accounts and is well worth reading.

It includes this summary of losses:

Summary of enemy losses

Four carriers sunk: Akagi, Kaga, Soryu, Hiryu, with the loss of all their planes and many of their personnel. Estimated 275 planes, 2400 men.

Two and probably three battleships damaged, one severely.
Two Mogami class heavy cruisers sunk, three or more heavy cruisers damaged, some severely.
One light cruiser damaged.
Three destroyers sunk, a fourth possibly sunk.
Four transport and cargo vessels hit, one or more possibly sunk.
Estimated total number of personnel lost: 4,800.

 

Summary of American losses

Ships: Yorktown [carrier] and Hammann [destroyer] sunk.
Planes: About 150 lost in action or damaged beyond repair.
Personnel: 92 officers and 215 men.

And this observation:

"Both Admiral Spruance and Admiral Fletcher have pointed out that "in a duel between CV's [carriers] the side which is able to strike the first blow against enemy CV's whose planes are on board wins." At Midway we won in precisely this manner. We were able to do this because we knew of the enemy's presence, the approximate composition of his force, and because we had calculated correctly his method of approach. The Battle of Midway was essentially a victory of intelligence." [emphasis added]

The 59-page document ends with this quote from Admiral Nimitz:

"The performance of officers and men was of the highest order, not only at Midway and afloat, but equally so among those at Oahu not privileged to be in the front line of battle. I am proud to report that the cooperative devotion to duty of all those involved was so marked that, despite the necessarily decisive part played by our three carriers, this defeat of the Japanese arms and ambitions was truly a victory of the United States' armed forces and not of the Navy alone."

Our thanks to Martin Quinn for his extensive help in ensuring accuracy of this design.

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.

Learn more about shipping here.

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Almost all of the new products we offer are designed by us and made in America and most of our Rare Finds were made in America.

Our original designs are based on our nation’s history and our love of American history. Read more about other things we've created, including The History List, History Camp, and The Pursuit of History, in addition to The History List Store.

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Every product that is made in America states that in the product description and includes the "Made in U.S.A." graphic. There are a relatively small number of items where we’ve not been able to find a manufacturing partner here in the States, but we continue to look.  

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Ed T.
Great addition

Finally purchased the shirt I've been wanting. Went a size bigger for more comfort. Good fit. Makes a great addition to my previously purchased "Battleship Row" shirt. Love the design but with one suggestion: different color for Midway graphic (tan maybe?). Hard to distinguish in some lighting. Still a great shirt and I'm more than happy with it. Thanks!

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Jason F.
Great product

I have family members that are veterans of the USN and currently serving in the USAF. Naturally I had to buy a shirt honoring their service and our country's greatest veterans. I bought the Battle of Midway shirt and it's really nice. Comfortable, lightweight, and great print. I will continue supporting small businesses like this and purchase another shirt from The History Report.

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Anonymous
T-shirt

My grandson is a WWII history buff and he loved the shirt! Nice quality and just as described!

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Mike S.
Review of Midway shirt

I have purchased 4 shirts from the history list,
Midway shirt, Pearl harbor, Knox cannon trail and
Gettysburg. They are extremely well done, fit well
and they get lots of compliments. The history list
is a great business and proud to wear the shirts
they offer. If you want historical items, then this is the
place. I thank Lee for what he does Mike Saviano

Mike—

Thanks for your review and kind words, and your support of so many of our designs. The sentiments you expressed are exactly the reason I started The History List Store and why we have added hundreds of products over the years, nearly all of which are our original designs and nearly all are made in America.

Thank you for taking to post a review and to let us know that we are on track.

— Lee Wright | Founder

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James M.
Midway shirt

Well designed and made - moreso, loved by my grandson!

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Gregory S.
Another great item!

I love these items commemorating the biggest moments of WW II! Great quality products at a good price! Keep em coming!

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Glenn F.
Shirts

Shirts are awesome. Told some friends about these .said they’d get some themselves

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JAMES D.
VICTORY AT Midway

Great shirt. I love how it shows each aircraft carrier involved and all of the navy planes that made it possible.

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Craig C.
Great

The history shirts are great

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Jason B.

"Victory at Midway" Made in America Shirt

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Nate O.
Love of history

I have started collection of World War II T-shirts. I love being able to wear them when I go out. I aim to buy more of them in the future

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Richard Z.
Midway Shirt

Great shirt, design is very detailed. Sizing seems right.

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Stephen M.
Where is Nautilus?

Where is the submarine Nautilus ss168? They found the enemy fleet, then attacked and disrupted it. Fliers were able to follow a sub chaser back to the Japanese fleet. My Dad was on the Nautilus. They survived 47 depth charges in that battle.

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J.W.
Great shirt

Love the shirt. Fit is outstanding and graphics are great

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Paul E.
Victory at Midway t-shirt

Love the shirt

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Robert B.
Battle of Midway T Shirt

Excellent quality. I really like the design on the back. A similar design for the 80th anniversary of the Marianas Turkey Shoot would be excellent.

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HOWIE L.
Good quality

Good quality and very nice t shirts

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Edward M.S.
Midway

Not only is the shirt SUPER comfortable but it is also WICKED cool! The silkscreening is immaculate and I am VERY proud to wear it...

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Michael J.B.
Midway tshirt

Excellent quality shirt and awesome graphics! Another shirt added to my collection of history themed tshirts! I’m sure I will be purchasing future releases of tshirts!

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Briness K.

"Victory at Midway" Made in America Shirt

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Gregory D.
Pacific Memories

I ordered t-shirts commemorating Pearl Harbor and the Victory at Midway. Love the graphics, and the fit is spot-on. Never forget....

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Barbara B.
Wonderful Gift

My son-in-law is a WWII buff. I ordered two shirts from The History List. They are incredibly soft! He will love the graphics. My order arrived in a timely manner. I like doing business with The History List.

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Jeffrey B.
Awesome item

This shirt is just SO COOL!. Nice soft and amazing graphics. I hope they do a lot of shirts like this for all important American battles.

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Alice C.
Fav tees

I was very pleased with the selection of my favorite tees... and the swiftness of the delivery!

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waylon O.
Victory at Midway

Great fit and supper comfortable. I enjoy wearing this in honor of the men who fought and died for our country.

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Jason H.
Victory at Midway

Great quality shirt and fast shipping! Would purchase again and highly recommend!

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KATHRYN A.

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William G.
Very comfortable shirt

Many people second take this shirt. I suspect many have no idea about the Victory at Midway historically. Proud to wear it! Fits true to size and is great soft cotton.

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Robert C.
Midway shirt

Great shirt for any WW2 history buff

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Michael F.N.
Victory At Midway

LOVE the shirt. I plan on purchasing The Army of the Potomac shirt next. Thank you for all that you do to keep Our History alive.