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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: General Douglas Mac Arthur
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1971 to commemorate General Douglas MacArthur. With a short passage on his heroism and bold decisions in both World Wars I and II.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Roanoke Voyages
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1984 to commemorate the voyages to Roanoke Island. Includes a short passage on Sir Walter Raleigh's commissioning of the famous expedition that represents the beginning of English life...
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Harriet Quimby
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1991 to commemorate Harriet Quimby, the first woman ever to earn a pilot's license in the U.S. With a short passage on her accomplishments in both aviation and journalism.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Juan Ponce De Leon
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1982 to commemorate the famous Spanish Explorer Juan Ponce de Leon. With a short passage on his explorations to Puerto Rico and later Florida.
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National Postal Museum: Rail, Sail, or Overland Mail
Audio and animated visual presentation on the history of how mail travels, starting in the 1850s. This activity lets you see how quickly you can carry twenty bags of mail from Philadelphia to New Orleans using various methods of travel.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Meriwether Lewis
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 2004 to commemorate Meriwether Lewis. With a short passage on his life and contributions to exploration in the US.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Albert Sabin
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 2006 to commemorate Albert Sabin, a famous virologist who developed the polio vaccination. With a short biographical passage.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Eadweard Muybridge
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1996 to commemorate Eadweard Muybridge, the first to create the illusion of moving pictures. With a short biographical passage.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Paddlewheel Steamer
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1989 to commemorate paddlewheel steamers, which revolutionized they way goods were shipped in the 19th century.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Model T Ford
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1998 to commemorate Henry Ford's Model T Ford, built in 1908.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Benny Goodman
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1996 to commemorate famous jazz musician Benny Goodman. With a short biographical passage.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Mickey Mouse
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 2004 to commemorate Mickey Mouse's debut in "Steamboat Willie". With a short passage on Mickey's legendary 75 year history.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Thelonious Monk
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1995 to commemorate Thelonious monk, one of the founders of modern jazz. With a short biographical passage.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Marian Anderson
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 2005 to commemorate classical singer Marian Anderson. With a short passage on her awards and international singing career.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Duke Ellington
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1986 to commemorate famous jazz musician Duke Ellington. Includes a short biographical passage.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Laurel and Hardy
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1991 to commemorate Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. With a short passage on their contributions to both silent films and comedies.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Nat "King" Cole
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1994 to commemorate acclaimed jazz pianist Nat King Cole. With a short biographical passage.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Robie House by Frank Lloyd Wright
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1998 to commemorate Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House, completed by the famous architect in 1910. With a short detailed passage of the critically acclaimed piece of modern architecture.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Ira and George Gershwin
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1999 to commemorate American composers George and Ira Gershwin. With a short passage highlighting their collaborated efforts.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Lucille Ball
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 2001 to commemorate television star Lucille Ball. With a short biographical passage of her accomplishments in television, radio, screen and stage.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Charlie Chaplin
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1994 to commemorate famous actor Charlie Chaplin. With a short passage on his life and unforgettable roles in film.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Hattie Mc Daniel
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 2006 to commemorate Hattie McDaniel, the first African-American actress to win an Academy Award. With a short biographical passage.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Judy Garland
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 2006 to commemorate Judy Garland. With a short passage on her life and star quality.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Mahalia Jackson
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1998 to commemorate Mahalia Jackson, known as the "Queen of Gospel Music". With a short biographical passage.