656th Tank Destroyer Battalion Panther SSI Hoodie
Carry your interest in military heritage into everyday wear with the 656th Tank Destroyer Battalion Panther SSI hoodie. Its bold emblem gives this cold-weather layer a distinctive focal point, while the cotton-polyester blend and practical pouch pocket make it an easy choice for relaxed days and cooler outings.
A Bold Panther Design
The front artwork features a snarling black panther, red accents, and tank-track imagery against a golden-yellow circular background, with “656” above. The high-contrast design keeps the battalion identifier at the center of the look.
Comfort & Construction
- 50% cotton and 50% polyester.
- Substantial sweatshirt construction for cool-weather wear.
- Front pouch pocket for everyday essentials.
- Matching drawstring and rib cuffs.
- Preshrunk to minimize shrinkage.
Colors & Fit
Choose Black, Navy, or White in Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, or 2X-Large. For a baggier fit, the original sizing guidance recommends going one or two sizes up.
Unit History
Activated on 3 April 1943, at Camp Bowie, Texas. Arrived in England in December, 1944. Disembarked at Le Havre, France, on 6 February, 1945, equipped with M18’s. Entered the line near Friesenrath, Germany, on 28 February. Pushed toward Rhine River at Remagen and crossed into bridgehead beginning 7 March. Converted to the M36 late that month. Supported 9th Armored Division sweep to help encircle the Ruhr in early April and then dashed eastward to the Mulde River. Turned south and entered Czechoslovakia near St. Sedlo on 6 May. Attached to: 9th Armored Division; 78th Infantry Division.
History text from the book The Tank Killers by Harry Yeide. Used by permission.