Bainbridge CGN-25 Guided Missile Cruiser Veteran T-Shirt

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Bainbridge CGN-25 Guided Missile Cruiser Veteran T-Shirt displays the ship's hull number in gold lettering across the top, paired with the motto "Been There - Done That and Damn Proud of It." The phrase cuts to the heart of what it meant to be part of that crew—no need for long stories, just the quiet certainty of someone who was there. It speaks directly to sailors and their families who carried the weight of those deployments and came home changed.

What the print says

The design centers on a map of the United States filled with the stars and stripes of the American flag, anchored by a gold ship's anchor at its heart. Above reads "USS BAINBRIDGE CGN-25" and "VETERAN" in bold gold lettering that stands out against the gray background. Below, the complete motto runs in gold as well. The anchor, classic symbol of naval service, ties the whole composition together and makes clear this is about the sea and the men and women who spent their lives on it. Every element—the flag, the anchor, the specific hull designation—builds a single statement of pride in service.

Who will see themselves in it

Anyone who served aboard the USS Bainbridge CGN-25 will recognize themselves the moment they see this print. Veterans who lived through the guided missile cruiser's operational years know exactly what that motto means, and the Bainbridge CGN-25 Guided Missile Cruiser Veteran T-Shirt becomes a quiet way to nod to others who were there. It gets worn to reunions, to casual dinners, to those moments when you want to carry a piece of that history with you.

Meant as a gift

This shirt makes sense for a shipmate's birthday, a service anniversary, or the holiday when you want to give something that actually means something to a Navy veteran. Pair it with jeans for everyday wear, or wear the tank top version on a summer day when you want the message visible. Every cut keeps the print front and center, so however you style it, the service shines through.

FAQ

What does "Been There - Done That and Damn Proud of It" mean for someone who served on the Bainbridge CGN-25?: The phrase captures the mindset of Cold War–era sailors who completed demanding deployments aboard a guided missile cruiser. It's a shorthand for hard-earned experience: you faced real responsibility, logged serious sea time, and came out the other side with something irreplaceable. Sailors use it to acknowledge their service without fanfare.
Who should wear the Bainbridge CGN-25 Guided Missile Cruiser Veteran T-Shirt?: Anyone who served aboard USS Bainbridge CGN-25 as their naval home. Families of those sailors also wear it to show respect for that service. If you spent deployments on this ship, know someone who did, or want to honor the crew's legacy, this design was made for you.
What occasions are right for gifting this shirt to a Navy veteran?: Service anniversaries, military birthdays, reunions of former crew, or simply to celebrate a sailor's naval career all work perfectly. The design works for casual weekends or as a conversation starter at veteran gatherings. It fits any season through the available tank top, t-shirt, and hoodie cuts.

Fabric

Classic T-Shirt: Sport Grey: 90% cotton, 10% Polyester
Dark Heather: 50% cotton, 50% Polyester
other colors: 100% cotton
Fabric weight: 180 g/m²
Classic fit, tubular (no side seams)
Hoodie: 50% cotton, 50% Polyester
Fabric weight: 271 g/m²
Classic fit, kangaroo pocket, double-lined hood
Long Sleeve T-Shirt: 100% cotton
Fabric weight: 203 g/m²
Classic fit, runs slightly small
Crewneck Sweatshirt: 50% cotton, 50% Polyester
Fabric weight: 271 g/m²
Classic fit, crew neck
V-Neck T-Shirt: 100% cotton
Fabric weight: 142 g/m²
Fitted cut with V-neck
Women's T-Shirt: Sport Grey: 90% cotton, 10% Polyester
Dark Heather: 65% cotton, 35% Polyester
other colors: 100% cotton
Fabric weight: 153 g/m²
Slightly tailored women's fit, shorter sleeves
Tank Top: Sport Grey: 90% cotton, 10% Polyester
other colors: 100% cotton
Fabric weight: 142 g/m²
Fitted cut

Size Chart – Classic T-Shirt

Classic T-Shirt
Size	Width (in)	Length (in)	Sleeve Length (in)
S	18	28	15
M	20	29	16.5
L	22	30	18
XL	24	31	19.5
2XL	26	32	21
3XL	28	33	22.5
4XL	30	34	23.75
5XL	32	35	25

Measurements in inches, taken flat. Tolerance ± 1.5 in

Width: armpit to armpit, measured flat.
Length: from the highest point of the shoulder to the hem.

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