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A Wearable Piece of Battleship History
Step aboard history with this exclusive MA-1 Bomber Jacket, crafted as part of our Legacy Patches Capsule Collection. Each jacket features nine authentic reproduction patches representing the proud service of USS New Jersey (BB-62) across World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Lebanon, and her final deployments before becoming America’s most decorated battleship.
This isn’t just a jacket, it’s a museum piece you can wear. Limited in quantity, each piece carries the legacy of the crew that served aboard her and the moments that defined a nation.
The Patches & Their Stories
Every patch sewn onto this jacket tells a chapter of USS New Jersey’s story:
- 1982 Ship’s Crest (Oval) – The longest-serving crest, worn widely during the ship’s 1980s commission.
- 1945 WWII Crest (Round) – Created by the crew during World War II, honoring the 9 battle stars she earned.
- 1989 WestPac Marine Detachment – Fewer than 100 originals made; issued during the largest post-WWII deployment of warships.
- 1984 Lebanon Peacekeeper – Marks her final combat action during the Lebanese Civil War.
- 1968 “Battleship is Back” – Celebrates her reactivation for the Vietnam War.
- 1983 Helicopter Detachment (Sea Snakes) – One of the rarest patches, originally worn by just 20 aviators.
- 1951 Korean War UN Patch – Honors the crew who endured her only combat fatality.
- 2001 Museum Patch – Designed upon her preservation in Camden, NJ.
- 1990 WestPac Battle Group Romeo – Her last deployment as a flagship before retirement.
- Rocker Patch & US Flag – A nod to how sailors marked their uniforms to show battleship pride.
Disclaimer:
- Limited to a small production run (once sold out, no restock)
Why It Matters
From her 9 battle stars in WWII to her final deployments of the Cold War, USS New Jersey has stood as a symbol of American naval power. This capsule jacket lets you carry that legacy forward—a tribute to every sailor, Marine, and supporter who kept her story alive.
⚓ Only a handful remain. Own your piece of the Battleship before they’re gone
✨ Details:
• Part of the Legacy Capsule Collection
• Authentic Battleship New Jersey embroidered patchwork
• Classic Rothco MA-1 Flight Jacket style with zip front closure
• Durable all-season design with comfortable lining
• Unisex fit for both adults and students
• Available Sizes: Small through 2XL
• Exclusive to the Battleship New Jersey Gift Shop
📏 Sizing Information (S–“XXL):
• Small: Chest 25.59”, Sleeve 25.59”, Back 25.59”
• Medium: Chest 26.38”, Sleeve 26.38”, Back 26.38”
• Large: Chest 27.17”, Sleeve 27.17”, Back 27.17”
• XL: Chest 27.95”, Sleeve 27.95”, Back 27.95”
• 2XL: Chest 28.74”, Sleeve 28.74”, Back 28.74”
🎒 Back to School Special: Originally $275, now just $199.90 for a limited time!
Once these jackets are gone, they will never be restocked. The Legacy Patch Capsule Collection is your chance to own a wearable piece of history.
