The Postal Service celebrated the release of three stamps honoring the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps during a May 16 ceremony in Washington, DC.
The three military branches were established at different points in 1775 by the Second Continental Congress, which understood the need for unified forces in the fight for American independence.
“These stamps serve as a powerful reminder of the enduring legacy and unwavering dedication of the women and men who have built and sustained the United States Army, Navy and Marine Corps for the past 250 years,” said Jeffery Adams, the Postal Service’s corporate communications vice president, who spoke at the ceremony.
“As we commemorate this significant milestone, we honor their courage, their commitment and their vital role in safeguarding the freedoms we hold dear.”
The ceremony was held at Freedom Plaza, where Adams was joined by Lt. Gen. Gregory Brady, inspector general of the U.S. Army; Vice Adm. Mike Boyle, the U.S. Navy’s staff director; Lt. Gen. Paul Rock Jr., the U.S. Marine Corps’ staff director; Martin Mieras, a USPS military programs specialist; and Lora McLucas, the Postal Service’s Maryland District manager.
Each of the stamps — known collectively as Armed Forces stamps — features the emblem specific to its force against a bright white background. Antonio Alcalá, an art director for USPS, designed the stamps.
The Army, Navy and Marine Corps stamps are each available in panes of 20 at Post Offices and on usps.com.
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