Featuring the new Cockpit USA 22nd Bombardment Group “Red Raiders™” Tee Shirt shown below.
The Red Raiders™, constituted by the 22nd Bombardment Group in 1939, was activated at Mitchel Airfield in 1940. First training in B-18 Bolo Bombers, they would later transition to B-26 Marauders when they moved to Langely Field in 1941. Soon after the Attack on Pearl Harbor, the 22nd Bombardment Group would become one of the first Army Air Force units to be deployed to the Pacific Theater. Operating primarily in the Southwest Pacific as a B-25 bomber unit, this group pioneered the tree top bombing tactics at extreme low level greatly facilitating the island hopping route to protect Australia and would be one of the first units to attack the Japanese in the skies over New Guinea and Rabaul.
In 1944, the 22nd Bombardment Group would be nicknamed the “Red Raiders™” after their redheaded group commander, Col. Richard W. Robinson and his B-24. While the bearded Viking with winged helmet would not formally become part of the group's heraldry, it was proudly painted on several aircraft and worn in patch form by several group members.
The “Red Raiders™” Tee is a salute to the 22nd Bombardment Group and the servicemen of the USAAF who embarked on this dangerous mission.
MIRAMAR T-Shirt
Today’s Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, California is best known for the Naval Air Station Miramar, the former location of the United States Navy Fighter Weapons School, its TOPGUN training program and the renowned movie of the same name.
The TOPGUN training program was established in 1969 and is known worldwide for honing the skills of some of the best pilots to take to the skies. During the height of TOPGUN at NAS Miramar, the station was nicknamed “Fightertown USA”.
Styled casually here on Pilot @fly_with_bruno in front his Grumman Cheetah! This Miramar Graphic Tee is available in black and royal blue colors. Shop our Movie Hero Collection here.
USN Brooklyn Navy Tee
A tribute to our hometown of NYC, our USN Brooklyn Navy Yard t-shirt honors all of the New Yorkers who built the Naval Marvels that would sail from NY Harbor to defend our nation by sea.
Although closed in 1966, the Navy Yard will always be remembered for its workers can-do spirit and their contribution to the mighty arsenal of democracy.
Cockpit USA Flag Tee
Last but certainly not least, our Cockpit USA Flag T-Shirt is a great way to show off your USA pride. Order this short-sleeve American flag shirt for sale.
We’re staying cool in our soft ring spun cotton military inspired tee shirts all summer long. These styles are in-stock and available to ship today!