You can order simply by telephoning the Ship's store (1-812-435-8678), or by printing out an order form. Two order forms are available - the Word format form can be saved to your computer and, after completing, can be emailed to sales@lstmemorial.org. The second form, in Adobe PDF format can be printed and mailed to the Ship's store.

Click here to view and print out the PDF order form for ordering by mail. 

Click here to view and download the Word order form for ordering by email or by mail (click Save to download).

Show your pride for all Vets with this Gildan Ultra Cotton ^® T-shirt (90% cotton/10%other). Veterans Forever - Past - Present - Forever! 

Gator Navy - a proud symbol to wear!  The front of this T boasts the Gator Navy and the back shows a beautiful picture of the 325 with the words "Let he who knows not how to pray, go to sea". Hanes Authentic^® T-shirt (100%).

The original US LST Memorial Greece to USA featuring the names of the original men who brought the ship back to the USA!  This Hanes Authentic^® T-shirt (100%) is a classic.

Make it a matching set with the LST Week 2008 cap.

You'll be looking sharp and feeling snug in this top-quality Hanes^® Ultimate Cotton (10% polyester) sweatshirt featuring the original LST Memorial Greece to USA logo - available in classic grey and navy blue. 

This Jerzees^® Heavy Blend (50%/50%) long sleeve T features the Port Of Evansville Logo and comes in 3 colors - red, royal blue and navy. 

The original US LST Memorial Greece to USA in a special size and bright colors for the little one!  ThisGildan Ultra Cotton ^® T-shirt (90% cotton/10%other) is available in yellow, red, blue and navy.

You'll be looking sporty out on the links with this LST 325 visor.  Or anywhere, for that matter!  Available in tan or navy blue.

Get the kids into the action with their very own sailor caps!  Who knows, maybe you'll even be able to teach them to salute properly and show a little respect! Available in 3 styles.

Beautiful souvenir patch for the 2004 D-Day Memorial Cruise, measuring a full 4 in. in diameter.

Same patch as the souvenir patch, but for crewmembers.

Official souvenir patch for the 2003 River Trip measures 4 in. in diameter.  The logo is an adaption of that used by the Evansville Museum's LST exhibit.  Many people have never noticed the three dots and a dash on that logo.  Many others don't know what they mean.  It's Morse code for the letter "V," widely used in WWII as a Victory theme.  (A la Winston Churchill's "Two beers, please!")  The theme from Beethoven's Fifth Symphony (ta-ta-ta-tahhh) was also widely used.

Same patch as the souvenir patch, but for crewmembers.

Get one or both!  Full-size, full-color Naval Amphibious insignia and the official USS LST Ship Memorial patch.

For cap or lapel, this is a beautiful pin, measuring 1" x 1" and features crossed American and US Navy flags.

This gold-colored pin measures 1¼ in. in diameter and is accented with a red border and blue stars.  It features an LST unloading on a beach and reads, "U.S. Naval Amphibious Forces."

Be proud wearing this Liberty USA pin, measures 1" x 3/8". Perfect for lapel or cap.

This cute little fella is sure to please. Sailor pin measures 1" x 3/8". Perfect for lapel or cap.

Military boots and the American flag - The Price of Freedom Isn't Free! Pin measures 1" w x 1 1/4" h.

A beautiful, striking Eagle! Pin measures 1 1/4" w x 1" h.

This beautiful gold toned anchor pin measures 1" x 3/4", making it perfect for the lapel or cap.

This gold-colored lapel or cap pin will certainly catch some eyes!  Features a "ship-shape" LST 325 with the words "LST Memorial."  Size 1½" wide. 

Beautiful brass, enameled pin that you can wear with pride on your lapel or ballcap.  Actual size 15/16" (2.4 cm).

This amphibious emblem pin will show your stuff on a hat, vest or jacket. The large Amphib pin measures 1" x 1".

This gold-colored LST 325 Challenge Coin measures 1½" in diameter.  Face is full-color USS LST Ship Memorial logo, while the reverse depicts the ship's progress home to the USA from the Greek island of Crete.

National Audio Video, 
produced by Linda Alvers

Would you care to see a short preview clip (1:27)?

(100% of the proceeds from "Bringing Home the LST 325" go toward the ship's restoration and operation.)

Written by LST-325's Official Historian
David Bronson

Rated four stars in this Amazon review (excerpted):

"Well-researched through first-hand accounts, ship's logs and a myriad of other documents, this account brings us as close to the reality as the printed word possibly can.

"I can't help but describe this book as a tour de force fully on a par with John Bradley's 'Flags of Our Fathers' (the story of his father's participation in the Iwo Jima flag-raising).

"Since the ship participated in the invasions of Sicily, Salerno and Normandy (where it made dozens of round trips between England and Utah Beach), it not only provides real-life excitement but it is an absolute must-read."

By John G. Carmichael

This is a newly-published book detailing the procurement of LST 325 from Greece, and the dedicated efforts made by our crew to get her back into operating condition and then sail her back across the wintertime North Atlantic under her own power.

This book, designed for easy reading, is amply illustrated with photos from Greece, and is based almost entirely upon crewmember interviews.

It should be noted that not only do all proceeds go toward the ship's restoration and expenses, but that the Carmichael family is making this as a complete donation to the ship.  They do not even want their printing and shipping costs reimbursed!  Many thanks to them!

From the Evansville Courier & Press

This picture-filled, vividly detailed 128-page book chronicles the esteemed history of the LST - a crucial link to our community's past. In addition, the book features information about World War II-era planes, tanks and munitions made in Evansville.

Written by Robert Jagers

This fascinating and well-written book describes Mr. Jagers' experiences aboard LST 351 in the Amphibious Forces during World War II, including four invasions: Sicily, Salerno, Anzio and Normandy.  LST 325 and LST 351 shared three of those: Sicily, Salerno and Normandy.   It makes for some captivating reading!
 

Written by Mike Whicker

Inspired by a true story, Invitation to Valhalla is an award winning “can’t put it down” 388 page novel about spy intrigue at the WW II Evansville LST shipyard.

Erika Lehmann, who is codenamed Lorelei after the siren of Germanic lore, is the English-speaking daughter of Hitler's old comrade and a member of the Führer's inner circle. She is beautiful, athletic, clever -- the epitome of Aryan womanhood -- and the Nazi's top spy. Sent to America , she'll stop at nothing to accomplish her mission, including masquerading as a Jew.

The year is 1942. At the U.S. Naval LST Shipyard in Evansville , Indiana , a Jewish metallurgist named Joseph Mayer is conducting top-secret experiments for the military. Life could not be better for Joe. He loves his job and he is dating a beautiful, young, Jewish woman...

*as with all the books listed here on the Ship’s Store or sold in the LST gift shop in Evansville, proceeds go to the USS LST Memorial. 

Written by Andrew L. Clark

Between 1942 and 1945, the Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company, Shipbuilding Division, constructed 167 LST's (landing Ship, Tank) at the Evansville Shipyards. This book details the history of the shipyard, as well as telling the stories of the ships built there, and the brave crews who sailed them off to war. The book contains extensive text, and is richly illustrated with diagrams and photographs, many never before published. The book is now in its third printing and continues to be popular with former shipyard workers, former LST crewmen, and the families of these men.

The book is a quality hardbound book, measuring 10" by 14 ", with 107 pages. It will be a fine addition to your library and looks beautiful on the coffee table. It is sure to become a collector's item.
 

Written by Ron Allen Ames

Ron Allen Ames' story of love and war was inspired by original letters and by his fathers memories of duty and battle on an LST during WWII.

Jerhemiah leaves home in discontent as his relationship with Mary Christianson is reduced to only a promise to write. After basic training, he is thrust into the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of World War II, on an old, battered LST. From the first kamikaze attack, to the amphibious invasions, the carnage that he witnesses disillusions his soul. As the war goes on, his hardened heart carries one hope - to see Mary again.

". . . LST sailors, most very young and inexperienced when they went to war, deserve the recognition and honor this story represents."

So soft and cuddly!  This bear, measuring approx. 8" with the LST 325 Evansville, Indiana logo, is so adorable. It will make the perfect gift for young or not so young!

The USS LST Ship Memorial "Sailing Out of the Past and Into the Future" Cookbook is now available! You'll love this cook book - it's filled not only with great recipes from Members, but LST photos and interesting, little known facts about our favorite ships -- LSTs. Also included is a map of the famous voyage home from Greece to Mobile of LST 325.

The cookbook comes in its own 3-ring binder with a great painting of the 325 on the cover and is professionally done, many thanks to Joyce Fortman who is a volunteer in the Evansville gift shop. The cookbook was Joyce's idea and she handled everything from start to finish.

I Am LST 325 Plaque

This beautiful plaque is made of cherry wood and laser engraved with Mr. Titzer's poem - I Am LST 325. A wonder addition to any wall! This is a special order item and may take an extra week or two for delivery.

This eye-catching metallic blue pen features a picture of the LST 325 along  with Capt. Jornlin's name.  A rubberized stem makes for sure-grip writing.

You'll be writing in style with this elegant garnet and gold LST 325 pen featuring a texturized sure-grip. 
 

A beautifull deep blue mug featuring Evansville Home Port logo.

Drink your Cup'a Joe from this beautiful 3-color LST 325 mug that reads:
 

Official LST Shot Glass

What better way to toast the LST 325 than with an "Official" LST 325 shot glass!

This necklace is a standard WWII projectile M33 full metal jacket heavy machine gun round, 647 grain .50 cal., US Mil spec. projectile.

Dog Tag Necklace

Available in three colors - blue, purple and black, measuring 2" x 1 1/2". Great gift for both young and old.

This keychain-sized multi-purpose tool can handle many of the same jobs as its bigger brothers.  It's engraved with an LST and the words "World War Two - Korea - Vietnam."  You won't want to go anywhere without it!
 

LST 325 Silicone Bracelet

Silicone bracelets are all the rage. This royal blue bracelet features debossed stars and "LST 325". Wear it proudly!

Everybody needs refrigerator magnets!  For putting up the kids' pictures, grocery lists, appointments, recipes, you-name-it!  And that makes for a darned good reason to buy several of these!
 

Announce to other drivers that you are proud to be from Evansville, Indiana (or that you visited the home port of the LST 325!)

Don't want to frame your license plate?  How about a bumper sticker instead?