COPY OF BELLEAU WOOD MARINE MONUMENT (BLACK INK) | WWI AEF ICONS SERIES | BELLEAU WOOD 1918™ | LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT

Pattern 1918 Field Specification.

$34.99

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

This design honors the Belleau Wood monument located within the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in France. The bronze relief, set against a black marble stele, was created by renowned sculptor Felix de Weldon, who later designed the Iwo Jima Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The sculpture depicts a Marine in intense forward motion, rifle gripped and bayonet fixed, capturing the close-quarters fighting that defined June 1918.

During the battle, the 4th Marine Brigade, composed of the 5th and 6th Regiments, suffered more than 8,100 casualties while halting the German advance toward Paris in what was then the largest and costliest battle in Marine Corps history.

In recognition of their tenacity, the French officially renamed the forest

Bois de la Brigade de Marine
June 30, 1918

This piece is part of the WWI AEF Monument Series, honoring the ground, the sacrifice, and the legacy forged at Belleau Wood.

In recognition of their tenacity, the French officially renamed the forest:

Bois de la Brigade de Marine
June 30, 1918

This piece is part of the WWI AEF Monument Series, honoring the ground, the sacrifice, and the legacy forged at Belleau Wood.

A mid-weight long sleeve tee with a vintage, hand-sketched design that feels like a page torn from an old travel journal. The sketch-style figure and subtle red stamp give the shirt a worn, story-driven look — like a memento from a wanderer’s route. The tubular knit body and ribbed collar keep the silhouette clean while the slightly thicker cotton gives a lived-in drape that softens with wear. Wear it on cool mornings when you want something comfortable that still reads intentional and a little nostalgic.

Product features
- Environmentally-friendly thicker vintage-feel cotton (medium weight, 6.0 oz/yd²).
- Tubular knit (no side seams) for reduced waste and a clean fit.
- Ribbed knit collar and shoulder tape for shape retention and stability.
- Classic fit with sewn-in label; runs slightly smaller than usual.
- Fiber composition varies by color (solid 100% cotton; Heather blends contain polyester).

Care instructions
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
- Do not dryclean
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Tumble dry: medium heat
- Do not iron

PRODUCT DETAILS

MATERIAL: Heavyweight Cotton
FIT: Period Accurate
PRINT: Screen Print