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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
USPS unveils 250th anniversary stamps honoring military branches
The U.S. Postal Service is honoring three of the nation's military branches — the Army, Navy and Marine Corps — with commemorative stamps to mark 250 years of service. Each of the three stamps features the respective name of the military service, the service seal and the inscriptions '250 Years of Service,' 'Since 1775' and 'Forever/USA.' The stamps were unveiled during a ceremony today at Freedom Plaza in Washington. Antonio Alcalá, an art director for the USPS, designed the stamps. The three military-themed commemorations are in the 'Forever' class of postage and can be used to send a one-ounce first-class letter, regardless of the current price of first-class postage, according to the release. 'Service isn't about a uniform. It's about impact. It's about showing up. It's about standing up when it matters the most,' said Jeffery Adams, USPS spokesperson and an Army veteran. 'As we honor 250 years of military service ... we also recognize those who are serving right now all over the world and keeping our freedoms alive.' Postal Service unveils stamp honoring Japanese American WWII veterans Army Inspector General Lt. Gen. Gregory J. Brady said the USPS itself has its own value to troop morale. 'Today's important commemoration should not close without recognizing the huge morale booster that the Postal Service has been to our military,' he said. 'Generations of military personnel serving in foreign lands ... [have] always cherished those two words when [their] first sergeant is coming in with that big bag. Those two words are 'Mail call!' [It's] the high point of their months and years away from home. Mr. Postmaster General, Team USPS, thank you.' On the Navy side, Vice Adm. Michael Boyle, director of Navy staff, noted the special relationship between the Navy and the USPS. '[This] partnership ... has spanned nearly two and a half centuries,' Boyle said. 'You have well and faithfully delivered mail to ships on the far side of the world, always finding a way to keep people connected. No matter the distance. Letters and care packages from friends and family delivered to our deployed sailors at sea make an immense difference.' Providing a personal note, Lt. Gen. Paul Rock Jr. director of Marine Corps staff, shared how the USPS has played a role in his military service. 'I still have letters that my wife wrote me when I was a young first lieutenant overseas on my first shipboard deployment, and I cherish the pictures that came through the mail from my children the first time I went to war — precious memories made possible by the United States Postal Service,' Rock said. 'That connection remains strong to this day, and I thank the USPS for helping us share this great milestone with all Americans. These stamps will travel around the world and across our nation, carrying with them the message of patriotism, service and unwavering dedication.'
Newsweek
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
USPS Releases New Stamps For Major 2025 Anniversary
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The United States Postal Service (USPS) officially released a new suite of commemorative stamps honoring the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. These stamps, first unveiled in March, were officially launched at a ceremony held in Washington, D.C. on Friday, and are designed recognize the founding of these military branches during the American Revolutionary War and celebrate their continued role in national defense. The stamps are now available for purchase nationwide both in post offices and online. Why It Matters The 250th anniversaries of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps are milestones in American history, marking a quarter-millennium since the Second Continental Congress established these foundational forces in 1775. The USPS, through these new stamps, is encouraging Americans to mark and reflect on the legacy and sacrifices of service members who have shaped the country's security and freedoms. The release is part of the USPS's longstanding tradition of using stamps to commemorate important national events, serving as both educational tools and collectible artifacts that spotlight America's history and heritage. What To Know Designed by USPS art director Antonio Alcalá, the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps stamps each feature their official emblems against a white background. They will be available in panes of 20. As Forever stamps, they will be valid for First-Class Mail at the current rate and will remain so regardless of future postage increases. Image provided of the new suite of commemorative stamps honoring the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, Navy, and Marine Corps Image provided of the new suite of commemorative stamps honoring the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, Navy, and Marine Corps USPS As the postal service marks its 250th year, other planned celebrations include assorted branded merchandise, a USPS-licensed coffee table book, and a special 250th anniversary edition of The United States Postal Service: An American History, which will be available both online and in print. What People Are Saying Jeffery Adams, USPS corporate communications vice president, said at the unveiling ceremony: "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. As we commemorate this significant milestone, we honor their courage, their commitment and their vital role in safeguarding the freedoms we hold dear." Other Major Stamp Releases Announced for 2025 The newly issued stamps join a growing roster of 2025 releases that honor key events and figures in U.S. history as the postal service celebrates 250 years. These include: Battlefields of the American Revolution: This pane of 15 Forever stamps features artwork and photography commemorating the battles of Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, Trenton, Saratoga, and Yorktown, marking the upcoming quarter-millennium of the American Revolution. Former First Lady Barbara Bush was honored with a commemorative stamp, unveiled earlier this month. She is the eighth first lady to be on a U.S. postage stamp, joining the likes of Martha Washington, Dolley Madison, Abigail Adams and Eleanor Roosevelt. A 32-page booklet titled Putting a Stamp on the American Experience features an exclusive Benjamin Franklin stamp, celebrating the creation of the U.S. postal system in 1775. Another stamp pane, 250 Years of Delivering, offers a tour through American postal history. How to Buy the 2025 Anniversary Stamps All 2025 commemorative designs, including the Armed Forces and battlefields stamps, are available for purchase online, by phone, mail, or at post office locations. Each stamp is issued in panes of 20 and, as Forever stamps, will remain valid for future First-Class mail rates. They are available through the online Postal Store, by phone (844-737-7826), by mail order, and at locations nationwide.
