Operation Avalanche T-Shirt – The Salerno Landings, 1943

James Holland: Alright, Al—September 1943, and this is the big one: Operation Avalanche. The Allies are going straight for mainland Italy, landing at Salerno with everything they’ve got. The idea? A swift push north to take Naples and knock Italy out of the war. But, as with all good plans, things didn’t quite go as expected…

Al Murray: Yeah, because the Germans weren’t having any of it. The moment the British and Americans hit the beaches, all hell broke loose—counterattacks, artillery barrages, and some properly vicious close-quarters fighting in the hills beyond. The Germans threw everything at stopping the invasion, and at one point, it was so hairy that the whole thing nearly got pushed back into the sea.

James Holland: But this is the moment the Allies showed their grit. With naval gunfire pounding enemy positions, the troops dug in, held their ground, and fought their way off the beaches. And that’s what this T-shirt captures—the chaos, the intensity, and the raw determination of the men who turned the tide at Salerno.

The 100% cotton unisex classic tee will help you land a more structured look. It sits nicely, maintains sharp lines around the edges, and goes perfectly with layered streetwear outfits. Plus, it's extra trendy now!

• 100% cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester
• Ash Grey is 99% cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester
• Fabric weight: 5.0–5.3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²)
• Open-end yarn
• Tubular fabric
• Taped neck and shoulders
• Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem
• Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico

Disclaimers: 
• Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
• Dark color speckles throughout the fabric are expected for the color Natural.

A Bit About the T-Shirt (And Why You Should Check Your Size!)

Al Murray: Now, let’s talk about the T-shirt itself—this isn’t some cheap knockoff; it’s print-on-demand, which means no wasted stock sitting in a warehouse somewhere gathering dust. Instead, every shirt is printed just for you, which is a win for both history lovers and the planet.

James Holland: Absolutely. But, and this is important—check your size before you order. We don’t want loads of returns bouncing around, adding to unnecessary emissions. Pick the right fit, wear it with pride, and show the world you know your history.

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!

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