We Bring 'Em Back Alive.
This premium t-shirt honors Damage Controlmen (DC)—the Navy professionals who stand between catastrophe and survival at sea. For those who served as DCs or support these ship survivability experts, this is your tribute to the rating that saves ships and saves lives.
The Damage Controlman Rating
Established in 1948, the Damage Controlman rating represents the Navy's commitment to ship survivability and crew safety. Damage Controlmen are the experts in firefighting, flood control, chemical, biological, and radiological (CBR) defense, and damage repair. When disaster strikes at sea—whether from combat, fire, flooding, or collision—DCs are the first responders who fight to save the ship and bring the crew home safely.
Mission-Critical Expertise
Damage Controlmen maintain and operate firefighting equipment, emergency escape breathing devices, flooding control systems, and damage repair equipment. They conduct regular inspections of watertight integrity, train crew members in damage control procedures, and lead repair parties during emergencies. DCs must master welding, carpentry, plumbing, and emergency medical procedures while maintaining the ability to respond instantly to any shipboard crisis.
Ship Survivability
From controlling flooding in damaged compartments to fighting fires in confined spaces, from shoring bulkheads to plugging hull breaches, Damage Controlmen perform the dangerous, physically demanding work that keeps ships afloat and operational. Their expertise in CBR defense also protects crews from chemical, biological, and radiological threats. Every sailor depends on DCs to maintain the systems and training that ensure survival at sea.
Premium T-Shirt Construction
- 100% preshrunk cotton for lasting comfort (heather colors: cotton-poly blend)
- Medium-weight fabric (6.0 oz) suitable for year-round wear
- Classic fit with crew neckline for versatile styling
- Double-needle stitching at shoulders, sleeves, and hem for durability
- Taped neck and shoulders for enhanced comfort
- Available in multiple colors: Black, White, Military Green, Navy, Tan
- Sizes from Small to 5XL for inclusive fit
- Tear-away label for irritation-free wear
- Official Damage Controlman (DC) rate insignia
Who This Is For
Navy Damage Controlmen (DC), Navy veterans, active duty personnel, military families, and those who honor the professionals who ensure ship survivability. Perfect for casual wear, ship reunions, Navy events, or as a meaningful gift honoring those who bring 'em back alive.
We Bring 'Em Back Alive. Ship survivability. DC pride since 1948.