{"product_id":"15oz-black-mug-vf-21","title":"VF-21 Freelancers F-14 Tomcat Mug - Ships Free – USS Independence CV-62 | 15 oz Black Ceramic","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreelancers Pride. Tomcat Heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonor the aircraft, carrier, and people behind the mission with this VF-21 Freelancers F-14 Tomcat mug.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wraparound artwork pairs a detailed Tomcat illustration with USS Independence CV-62 and an American flag backdrop. Bold VF-21 lettering, the Freelancers squadron emblem, Tomcat insignia, naval aviator wings, and O.E.H. dog tags complete a design made for those who appreciate naval aviation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver-look lettering, gold accents, and red squadron details stand out against the glossy black ceramic finish. Whether it’s your morning coffee at home or a well-earned break at the shop, this 15 oz mug keeps the Freelancers’ legacy close at hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 oz capacity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A generous size for coffee, tea, and your favorite hot beverages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack ceramic construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Glossy black exterior, matching interior, and black handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVF-21 Freelancers design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features the squadron’s recognizable black-cat-and-spade emblem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF-14 Tomcat artwork:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aircraft illustration with an American flag and carrier backdrop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSS Independence tribute:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prominent USS INDEPENDENCE CV-62 lettering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWraparound print:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Squadron, aircraft, and commemorative details continue around the mug.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDishwasher safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy cleanup after everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicrowave safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Convenient reheating when your coffee needs a warm-up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eO.E.H. detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes Operation Engraved Honor dog-tag artwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHE HISTORY BEHIND THE DESIGN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VF-21 Freelancers became fully operational with the F-14A Tomcat in 1984 after transitioning from the F-4 Phantom II.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1991, the squadron remained aboard USS Independence as the carrier became forward deployed to Japan. VF-21 transferred from Carrier Air Wing 14 to Carrier Air Wing 5 and operated from NAF Atsugi, beginning the Japan-based chapter reflected in this design’s Independence association.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Freelancers supported Operation Southern Watch during the 1990s, including their final deployment aboard Independence in 1995. The squadron was disestablished on January 31, 1996.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis mug celebrates that Tomcat-era legacy and the pilots, radar intercept officers, maintainers, and supporting crews who made it possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA GIFT WITH SQUADRON PRIDE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA meaningful choice for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVF-21 veterans and squadron families\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSS Independence veterans and former crew members\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF-14 pilots, RIOs, maintainers, and flight-deck personnel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaval aviation enthusiasts and Tomcat collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetirement gifts, squadron reunions, birthdays, and Veterans Day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSUPPORT OPERATION ENGRAVED HONOR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA portion of every mug sold helps support Operation Engraved Honor and its mission of giving back to veterans and families through music and meaningful assistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy your daily coffee while supporting a purpose that reaches beyond the mug.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCARE \u0026amp; EVERYDAY USE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDishwasher safe for easy cleaning and microwave safe for convenient reheating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 15 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Ceramic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor: Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish: Glossy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign: VF-21 Freelancers \/ F-14 Tomcat \/ USS Independence CV-62\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare: Dishwasher and microwave safe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackage includes: One mug\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold and silver effects are printed artwork, not metallic plating or raised embellishments. 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