IRON MIKE- QUANTICO | BELLEAU WOOD 1918™ | WWI AEF MONUMENT SERIES | T SHIRT
Pattern 1918 Field Specification.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Iron Mike Monument
Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia
The Iron Mike monument at Quantico represents the enduring spirit of the World War I Marine rifleman. The statue depicts a determined infantryman advancing forward, rifle in hand, embodying the aggressive momentum and discipline that defined American combat forces in France in 1918.
The figure traces its origins to early postwar efforts to memorialize the Marines of the 4th Brigade who fought at Belleau Wood and throughout the Aisne-Marne campaign. The sculpture captures forward motion rather than ceremony. It is a fighting Marine, not a parade ground Marine.
Following World War I, debates emerged within the American Expeditionary Forces regarding how credit for battlefield success should be publicly attributed. General John J. Pershing emphasized recognition of the unified American Army effort, while Marine units had already received significant press attention for their actions at Belleau Wood. The rivalry was real, reflecting institutional tensions of the era.
The statue associated with that early commemorative effort eventually found its permanent home at Marine Corps Base Quantico and today resides at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, where it stands as a representation of the World War I Marine rifleman.
Iron Mike at Quantico symbolizes more than a single battle. It represents the transformation of the Marine Corps into a modern fighting force and the legacy of the American Expeditionary Forces in the First World War.
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 16.00 | 18.00 | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 | 30.00 | 32.00 |
| Length, in | 27.00 | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 33.00 | 34.00 | 35.00 |
| Sleeve length, in | 7.99 | 8.23 | 8.50 | 8.74 | 9.02 | 9.25 | 9.49 | 9.72 | 9.96 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
Product features
- 100% ring-spun cotton (lightweight 153 g/m²) for soft, year-round comfort
- Tubular knit construction — no side seams for cleaner drape and reduced waste
- Ribbed, elastic crew neckline with shoulder tape to maintain shape and fit
- Prints applied with Direct-to-Garment (body) and Direct-to-Film (sleeve/neck labels) methods
- Pearlized tear-away label; Oeko-Tex certification and EU 2-year warranty
Care instructions
- Do not dryclean
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), with similar colors
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
This product is an independent historical tribute created under the Belleau Wood 1918 brand. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected to the United States Marine Corps, the Department of Defense, the former Department of War, or any government entity. All references are for historical and educational purposes only.
