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Battle of Hastings 1066 T-Shirt: Same as It Ever Was
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Use the guide below to help choose the best fit for your T-shirt. Measurements are provided in inches and may vary slightly within the stated tolerance.
Measurement Guide
- Width: Measured across the chest, one inch below the armhole when laid flat.
- Length: Measured from the highest point of the shoulder to the bottom hem.
- Sleeve Length: Measured from the centre back of the neck to the sleeve hem.
- Size Tolerance: All measurements have an approximate tolerance of ±1.5 inches.
Fit Advice
- For a more relaxed fit, consider sizing up.
- Compare these measurements with a favourite T-shirt you already own for the most accurate fit.
- If you are between sizes, the larger size is usually the most comfortable option.
The day England changed hands
On 14 October 1066, William, Duke of Normandy, met King Harold Godwinson on a ridge near what is now the town of Battle in East Sussex. Harold had marched his army south after defeating the Norwegian king at Stamford Bridge only weeks earlier. The fighting lasted most of the day, with Norman cavalry and archers wearing down the English shield wall. By dusk, Harold was dead and the battle was lost. William was crowned king at Westminster Abbey on Christmas Day.
The Norman Conquest that followed rebuilt England in stone, with castles, new lords and a new language of power. This Battle of Hastings 1066 t-shirt takes the day and tells it with a grin.
A closer look at the design
A grinning Norman knight on horseback raises his sword, with a red shield and a banner marked with gold lions. Beneath the horse, a fallen defender sprawls beside a round shield. Above them, a scroll sign reads HASTINGS 1066, with the line "Same as it ever was..." underneath. It is a cartoon rather than a reconstruction, drawn for people who like their history with a sense of humour. The artwork is printed across the chest on sport grey.
The shirt itself
The tee is a mid-weight cotton-dominant blend at around 180 gsm, in sport grey. It is heavy enough to hold its shape and keep the print sharp wash after wash, rather than going thin and shapeless by next summer.
Fit and sizing
It has a classic, relaxed fit, in sizes S to 5XL. Check the size guide on this page and compare it with a favourite tee you already own. If you are between sizes, go up one for a roomier fit.
Print and care
The design is printed directly onto the fabric. To keep it looking its best, machine wash cold and turn the shirt inside out.
Made, dispatched, delivered
Each tee is made to order and produced in 1 to 3 days. Delivery is free across the UK. If the size is not right, you have 30 days to return it.
Who it is for
This tee is for anyone who has stood on the battlefield at Battle, history teachers who need a break from the serious shirts, and readers of Norman England. It also makes a good gift for a friend who brings up 1066 at every dinner. To go further, read about the Norman Conquest and how William the Conqueror controlled England. Browse the rest of the range in our history tee shirts.