From the wind-swept volcanic archipelago off the coast of West Africa, Cape Verdean Americans built one of the most proud, maritimely legendary, and culturally irreplaceable immigrant communities in all of American history — their whalers and cranberry harvesters settling as early as the 18th century, making Cape Verdeans one of the oldest and most deeply rooted African-descent communities in all of New England. Cape Verdean Americans produced a legacy of maritime mastery and cultural resilience of extraordinary depth, the soulful national song tradition immortalized by Cesária Évora — carrying the Cape Verdean spirit of saudade and oceanic longing into the American cultural world, and their fierce community pride in Creole language, batuku dance, and Cape Verdean identity making this community one of the most honored and distinctively celebrated peoples in the entire story of American heritage. This interactive sweatshirt connects you to that remarkable legacy with a QR code linking to the full story.
HERITAG is a purpose-driven brand that celebrates cultural diversity and awareness. Wear and share your social identity and cultural heritage with a unique collection of interactive sweatshirts that carry flags of ethnic groups in America. Create informative and fun moments by inviting people to scan the visible QR code and learn about the diverse US population.
Making products on demand instead of in bulk also helps reduce overproduction, and this quality sweatshirt will be made especially for you as soon as you place an order.
Few more things to know about this product: • Scannable QR code printed on the back for an interactive and fun experience • Designed to educate about a nation's proud history milestones and rich culture • Custom print-on-demand • 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Regular fit, sturdy and warm, pre-shrunk soft-feel fabric • Double-needle stitched spandex collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
