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Four Marine Legends Distinguished for Bravery and Heroism
In 2005, the Postal Service issued four Distinguished Marines stamps, honoring a tradition of excellence in military service that began with the establishment of the first two battalions of the Marine...
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Decorated Soldiers Remembered for Selflessness and Leadership
Leading American ground troops to victory and displaying remarkable bravery and selflessness set the four men featured on the Distinguished Soldiers stamps (2000) apart. Their commitment to the U.S....
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How the President Rides
Designated commander-in-chief of the nation’s armed forces, the President of the United States relies on military personnel for safe travel. Both the Air Force and Marine Corps are responsible for the...
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Four Men Distinguish Themselves on the High Seas
In continued recognition of National Military Appreciation Month, we’re exploring the lives of four sailors who served with bravery and distinction during the 20th century. The Distinguished Sailors...
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Honoring General Billy Mitchell
Today, we continue our celebration of National Military Appreciation Month by remembering General Billy Mitchell, who helped lead the military’s development and use of airpower at the beginning of the...
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Happy Memorial Day!
Today we honor all the men and women who have lost their lives while defending the United States. Their service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. We thank all of our nation’s fallen...
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Gone But Not Forgotten: National World War II Memorial
Dedicated on May 29, 2004, the National World War II Memorial is located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument, just east of the Reflecting...
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The Sky’s the Limit: The Origins of the U.S. Air Force
Our celebration of National Military Appreciation Month draws to a close today as we honor the U.S. Air Force—a crucial branch in our nation’s armed forces. In 1997, the Postal Service celebrated the...
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Revolutionary History of the Purple Heart Medal
The release of the new Purple Heart Medal Forever® stamp last week had us wondering about the history of this distinctive honor. Did you know that this military decoration dates as far back as George...
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Purple Heart Stamps Tell Personal Stories
2003 stamp The U.S. Postal Service issued its first Purple Heart stamp in 2003. That stamp featured a photograph, taken by Ira Wexler, of a Purple Heart awarded to Lt. Col. James Loftus Fowler (USMC)...
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