We see a lot of people talking about supporting the troops these days. It’s easy to say. You see so many “patriotic” brands out there slinging mud, shooting guns, and preaching about freedom, only to print their “Support Our Veterans” graphics on a shirt they bought from an overseas sweatshop.
It just ain’t right.
If you are going to stand up and honor the men and women who put everything on the line for this country, how you do it matters. It’s about more than just words; it’s about taking action, showing up to military appreciation events, and respecting the sacrifice with true American authenticity.
Showing Up: More Than Just a Handshake
One thing I’ve noticed in all these years of running a small American business is the sheer number of hardworking folks out there who share the same passion we do for our military families. Supporting the troops is about the relationships we build in our local communities.
Whether it is a local Veterans Day parade, a solemn Memorial Day service, or a welcome home event for a returning deployment, your physical presence means the world to these families. They’ve shared sympathy for the loss and hardship we all go through as Americans. We owe it to them to stand on those parade routes and in those memorial parks. That’s the America I grew up in and work so hard to try and preserve.
🇺🇸 Wear Your Support With True American Pride
If you are attending a military appreciation event, what you wear makes a statement. Show your unwavering support with the Honor Our Veterans Sacrifice and Service Premium Navy Crewneck. Printed right here in the USA by hardworking Americans, this unisex sweatshirt offers unmatched everyday comfort and a solemn, respectful design.
Etiquette for Military Appreciation Events
When you attend these events, it is important to remember the tone. A Memorial Day service is a solemn tribute to fallen heroes, while a Veterans Day parade is a celebration of those who served.
- Be Present: Put the phone away when the color guard passes.
- Stand for the Flag: If you are physically able, stand, remove your cover (hat), and place your hand over your heart when the American flag passes by or the National Anthem is played.
- Say Thank You: If you are not ready to make a grand gesture, simply walking up to a veteran, looking them in the eye, and offering a sincere “Thank you for your service” goes further than you might think.
The Made in USA Promise
As the owner of this company, years ago we set out on a mission to never display our respect for the military on an imported garment.
We believe that any shirt honoring an American veteran should ABSOLUTELY be made and printed here in the USA, with no exceptions. Keeping our manufacturing here in the States has allowed us to build not only business relationships, but friendships with the people who make our products. When you wear our gear to a military event, you aren’t just supporting a veteran—you are supporting the American workers who stitched and printed that very shirt.
We’re in this together, and we appreciate every single person we’ve had the privilege to connect with over the years. Thanks for sticking with us, supporting our troops, and backing small businesses all over the country.
