Circa. 1960s
A striking tigerstripe pattern known as 'Tadpole Dense' (TDD) with the Johnson nomenclature, otherwise known as 'TO78' or Taiwan pattern 'by some collectors. Introduced in 1970, this pattern was worn by US and ARVN forces until the end of the Vietnam War.
Made from a midweight 100% cotton twill. It has bold black shapes with a dark, subdued colourway and purple hues.
This shirt appears to have been originally worn by a member of the US 25th Infantry Division as indicated by the shadowing from removed insignia. He wore a 25th ID SSi on the left shoulder, US Army branch tape, name tape and a Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) above the left breast pocket.
Very good condition with signs of real wear - The colours have faded beautifully and the black shapes have adopted an iconic purple hue. All buttons are present.
Flat garment measurements in inches:
Chest: 37" (18.5" P2P)
Length: 25"
Arm: 21"
Shoulder: 19"
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Learn more about Vietnam War-era tigerstripe patterns and their development in our article 'Tigerstripe Swatches'.
