Vintage 'The High Ground' Graphic Sweatshirt

Editors Notes

Black crewneck sweatshirt with raglan sleeves, ribbed collar, cuffs and hem, and a large front screen print reading “The Highground – Wisconsin’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial Statue – Neillsville, Wisconsin” with a figurative memorial illustration; Lee woven neck tag visible; midweight fleece fabric.

This Lee sweatshirt comes from a long tradition of American souvenir and commemorative sportswear, often sold at historic sites and memorials in the late 20th century. The Highground in Neillsville, Wisconsin, is a well-known tribute to Vietnam veterans, and garments like this helped visitors take home a tangible reminder of the experience. Lee is one of the classic American denim and workwear brands, also respected for durable fleece and knit basics used by printers for events and tourist locations. In modern wardrobes, graphic memorial sweatshirts are prized both by vintage collectors and by those who appreciate meaningful, story-rich designs. Styled with jeans or fatigue pants, this piece bridges military history, regional Americana, and casual streetwear. It also reflects how everyday clothing can serve as a quiet act of remembrance and support for veterans.

Size & Fit

Large

Measurements

Width (Pit To Pit) 27 "

Length (Collar To Hem) 29 "

All measurements are in inches.

Condition

Used - Good