Letterman Jacket

Letter Jacket Traditions: History, Patches, and What They Mean

Letter Jacket Traditions: History, Patches, and What They Mean

Walking through high school hallways during winter months reveals a distinct hierarchy visible through a single garment: the letter jacket. These wool and leather jackets adorned with chenille patches communicate athletic achievement, team membership, and earned status through traditions stretching back over a century. The letter jacket represents more than outerwear—it symbolizes dedication, sacrifice, and belonging to something larger than oneself.

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