P-38 Lightning & Stars and Stripes Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt

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Color: Sport Grey
Size: S
Short Sleeve T-Shirt Size Chart
  
SIZE
LENGTH (inch/cm)
WIDTH (inch/cm)
XS
27.0
68.6
16.5
41.9
S
28.0
71.1
18.0
45.7
M
29.0
73.7
20.0
50.8
L
30.0
76.2
22.0
55.9
XL
31.0
78.7
24.0
61.0
2XL
32.0
81.3
26.0
66.0
3XL
33.0
83.8
28.0
71.1
4XL
34.0
86.4
30.0
76.2
The P-38 Lightning was a unique twin-engine, twin-boom fighter used extensively in World War II. Known as the "Fork-tailed Devil" by the Germans and "two planes, one pilot" by the Japanese, it excelled in long-range escort, reconnaissance, and ground attack roles. From 1941 to 1945, 10,037 P-38s were produced, primarily at Lockheed's Burbank, California plant. The P-38 was famed for its high speed, heavy armament (four .50-caliber machine guns and a 20mm cannon), and versatility. It was instrumental in the Pacific Theater, with top American aces like Richard Bong (40 victories) and Thomas McGuire (38 victories) achieving their kills in P-38s. In 1943, a P-38 Lightning also famously downed Admiral Yamamoto, the architect of the Pearl Harbor attack. Its long range, firepower, and adaptability cemented the P-38 as one of WWII's most effective and iconic fighters.

Why are the stripes vertical?
Great question - and you're absolutely right that the U.S. flag is usually displayed with horizontal stripes. But in this design, we’ve reimagined the flag as an artistic tribute rather than a literal representation. We chose to depict the flag as if it were hanging vertically from above, similar to how it might appear draped at a hangar entrance or suspended during a ceremony.  This vertical orientation allows the iconic silhouette of the aircraft to really shine - with the red and white stripes running the length of the fuselage, it creates a bold, centred look while still honouring the flag’s spirit and symbolism.
Comfortable nice material

Michael R

True size, very good quality  !!! Thank You

Jozef S