Tropic Lightning. Operation Attleboro. Vietnam.
The 25th Infantry Division — “Tropic Lightning” is one of the most storied divisions in the United States Army, activated on 1 October 1941 in Hawaii and based at Schofield Barracks. From WWII to Korea, Vietnam, and beyond, Tropic Lightning soldiers have fought in some of the most demanding environments on earth — jungle, mountain, and Pacific terrain that tests the limits of human endurance.
Operation Attleboro (September–November 1966) was one of the largest U.S. operations of the Vietnam War, involving the 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry, 25th Infantry Division in intense combat operations in Tây Ninh Province against North Vietnamese and Viet Cong forces — a defining moment for Tropic Lightning in Vietnam.
This 15oz White Ceramic Mug honors the Vietnam Combat Veterans of the 1st Bn, 5th Infantry, 25th Infantry Division who served in Operation Attleboro — with the Vietnam Service ribbon proudly displayed.
Premium Mug Specs
- White Ceramic, 15 oz (0.44 L): Generous capacity for your morning brew
- ORCA Coating: Superior color vibrancy and print durability, wash after wash
- Lead and BPA-Free: Safe for daily use
- Dishwasher & Microwave Safe: Built for everyday convenience
- Rounded Corners & C-Handle: Comfortable grip from first sip to last
For Tropic Lightning Veterans & Vietnam Combat Vets
Whether you served with the 1st Bn 5th Inf in Vietnam, honor a Tropic Lightning veteran, or collect 25th Infantry Division heritage — this mug is a daily tribute to the soldiers who fought in the jungles of Tây Ninh.
25th Infantry Division. Tropic Lightning. 1st Bn 5th Inf. Operation Attleboro. Vietnam.
Ideal for: 25th Infantry Division veterans, 1st Bn 5th Infantry alumni, Operation Attleboro veterans, Vietnam War veterans, and military collectors.
Care: Dishwasher-safe or hand wash with warm water and dish soap.