
USS Cushing DD-985 Veterans T-Shirt for Navy Service
- Anchor and rope design layered over the U.S. flag map
- USS Cushing and DD-985 hull number printed in bold lettering
- Perfect for Navy veterans, retirees, and their families
- Available in multiple cuts and 12 colors
$17.99plus shipping
Delivery: 5–12 business days · Free shipping on orders over $75
Size Chart – Classic T-Shirt
Fabric: Sport Grey: 90% cotton, 10% Polyester · Dark Heather: 50% cotton, 50% Polyester · other colors: 100% cotton
- Delivery within the USA: Delivery: 5–12 business days$5.99 Shipping · Free shipping on orders over $75
- Returns: 30-day returns from delivery · Read our return policy
- Secure payment: Credit card, PayPal
Our returns & misprint promise
- 30-day returns – counted from the day your order arrives.
- Return shipping is paid by you. Items must be unworn, unwashed and free of signs of use.
- Misprinted or damaged items are replaced or refunded at no cost to you.
- Refunds are issued within 10 days after we receive your return.
USS Cushing DD-985 Veterans T-Shirt shows the destroyer's name and hull designation above a powerful naval symbol. The printed words "USS CUSHING" and "DD-985" frame the composition in bold, block lettering that commands attention. For anyone who walked the decks of this ship or sent someone off to serve, these numbers are more than identification—they are the call sign of a chapter in naval history. You'll wear this with the quiet confidence of someone whose service or family connection runs deep.
The print at a glance
At the center sits a gold anchor with black rope coiled around it, a classic maritime emblem that speaks to seamanship and the traditions of the Navy. The anchor rests over the outline of the United States, its interior filled with the stars and stripes of the American flag, creating a unified image of the nation and the ship's role in defending it. The lettering is clean and strong, rendered in a style that feels both official and timeless, fitting for a military vessel. This is the visual language of naval service and destroyer crews, where every ship earns its place in the hearts of those who served. Together, the anchor, the flag map, and the ship's designation form a complete portrait of honor.
Who it suits
This USS Cushing DD-985 Veterans T-Shirt belongs to those who know these numbers from experience—sailors who served aboard her, retirees who carried her name in their careers, and the families who waited at the dock and followed the ship's missions from home. You'll reach for it on Navy Day, at reunions with your old crew, or when you want to spark conversation about the years that shaped you. It fits the moments when you want people to know where your loyalty and history lie.
Reasons to wear it
Wear this shirt to honor your service and keep your ship's memory alive in daily life. It makes a quiet statement at family gatherings, veterans events, or casual outings where you want to acknowledge the vessel and the sailors who crewed her. The design works across the classic T-shirt, hoodie, long-sleeve, sweatshirt, V-neck, women's, and tank top cuts, so you can choose the fit and warmth that suits your day.
FAQ
- What does DD-985 mean and why does it matter?
- DD-985 is the hull number of the USS Cushing, a guided-missile destroyer that served in the U.S. Navy. The "DD" stands for destroyer, and the number is how the Navy identifies her among all other vessels. For those who served aboard, it's a permanent badge of their time and contribution.
- Who should wear this USS Cushing DD-985 Veterans T-Shirt?
- Any sailor or officer who served aboard the USS Cushing, as well as their families and shipmates, can wear this with pride. It's also fitting for Navy veterans who respect destroyer crews and naval tradition, and for anyone who wants to honor military service and the ship's legacy.
- When is this shirt appropriate to wear?
- Wear it on Veterans Day, Navy birthday celebrations, or at ship reunions and crew gatherings. It's also suitable for casual daily wear if you want to display your naval connection, or at veterans events and parades where service members gather to remember and celebrate their time in uniform.
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
| 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.
- Delivery: 5–12 business days
- Free shipping on orders over $75
- 30-day returns from delivery
- Shipping Policy · Return & Refund Policy







