Operation Tonga T-Shirt – The Airborne Drop on D-Day, 1944 - Front & Back

James Holland: Alright, Al—June 5th, 1944, the night before D-Day, and the first British troops to land in Normandy aren’t coming in on boats—they’re dropping from the sky. Operation Tonga, the British 6th Airborne Division’s mission to secure the left flank of the invasion, kicks off with thousands of paratroopers and glider troops landing behind enemy lines. And let’s be honest—this is proper airborne history.

Al Murray: Yeah, and it was no gentle landing. The Paras are dropping in the dead of night, scattered across Normandy, some landing miles off target. But even in chaos, they get the job done—securing bridges, blowing up roads, and giving the Germans one hell of a headache. And let’s not forget Pegasus Bridge, one of the most famous actions of the entire war—gliders landing within yards of the target, taking the bridge in minutes. Absolutely textbook.

James Holland: And that’s exactly what this T-shirt represents—the famous maroon beret, instantly recognisable, worn by the men who jumped into history that night. The silver cap badge? That’s the Ox and Bucks Light Infantry, the heroes of Pegasus Bridge. This is a tribute to those first boots on the ground on D-Day, the men who led the charge before the sun even came up.

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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