Kamehameha SSN-642 American Flag Submarine Veteran T-Shirt

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Kamehameha SSN-642 American Flag Submarine Veteran T-Shirt displays the hull number and service record of a nuclear submarine, paired with a brushstroke American flag and the motto "Been there - Done that and Damn proud of it." It speaks directly to anyone who served aboard this vessel, turning personal military history into wearable pride, and it resonates strongest with the men and women who know exactly what that service entailed.

Behind the design

The USS Kamehameha appears in a photograph breaking the surface of the ocean, her hull catching the light as waves roll around her. Above the submarine, a brushstroke American flag in red, white, and blue stretches across the design with the energy of a live flag caught in the wind. The text "USS KAMEHAMEHA = SSN 642" tops the print in solid lettering, and the bottom line reads "BEEN THERE - DONE THAT AND DAMN PROUD OF IT" in a clean, direct font. Together, these elements create a visual tribute to submarine service and the pride that comes with it.

Who gets the joke

Veterans who served aboard the Kamehameha recognize this shirt instantly as their own story. The moment they see the hull number and the motto, they understand this wasn't made for casual Navy fans—it was made for the people who actually spent months underwater and lived through what that meant. Wearing a Kamehameha SSN-642 American Flag Submarine Veteran T-Shirt becomes a quiet way to acknowledge shared experience and to mark yourself as part of that crew.

Gifts and choices

For a submarine veteran's birthday or service milestone, this design cuts through generic options. Pair it with the hoodie or long sleeve T-shirt for cooler weather, or go with the classic cut for everyday wear. It works equally well as a housewarming gift for a retired sailor or as a way for shipmates to stay connected to their shared past.

FAQ

What does the motto "Been there - Done that and Damn proud of it" mean on this submarine shirt?: It's the voice of someone who served aboard the USS Kamehameha and lived through submarine duty. The phrase captures the confidence and earned pride that comes with completing that mission and surviving what it demands. It's not boastful—it's a straightforward statement of accomplishment.
Who should wear a USS Kamehameha SSN-642 shirt like this?: Sailors who served aboard the Kamehameha and their families wear it as a direct connection to their history. The design speaks to anyone in the submarine community who recognizes the specific hull number and understands what that service meant. It's equally meaningful as a gift for shipmates or veteran groups.
What makes this design different from generic military or submarine shirts?: This shirt honors one specific vessel and the crew who served aboard her, not the military as a whole. The USS Kamehameha SSN-642 hull number and the personal motto make it meaningful only to those with direct connection to this submarine, turning it into a genuine keepsake rather than generic Navy apparel.

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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