On February 23, 1945, the United States Marine Corps raised the U.S. flag atop Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II. The flag raising at Iwo Jima is a sacred American symbol and has become iconic of the Marine Corps. This image inspires each generation of Marines to strive for greatness.

The back of the shirt pays honor and tribute to those Marines awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor at Iwo Jima. These men distinguished themselves conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of their life above and beyond the call of duty. We must never forget their actions and sacrifices during this 36 day battle, which produced some of the fiercest fighting in the Pacific Campaign of WWII.

“Among the Americans who served on Iwo, uncommon valor was a common virtue.”
Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, USN