USPS Unveils Revolutionary Heroes Stamps

0:00The United States Postal Service kicked off a year-long bash last July for its 250th birthday, tying right into America's independence. Story. Now they've dropped these figures of the American Revolution for ever stamps, spotlighting 25 key players who shaped the fight for freedom. These stamps paint portraits of a diverse crew, from founders like John Adams and Thomas Jefferson to women like Abigail Adams and Deborah Samson, who disguised herself as a man to fight. You've got native leaders like Good Peter and Corn Planner and slaves spies like James Armistead and international allies such as the Marquis Day, Lafayette and Bernardo de Galvez. Stamped experts see this as a fresh take, showing the revolution as a wide team up of folks from all walks, all chasing that liberty vibe. It's not just the big names, it highlights over-lateros who turn the tide through smarts, courage and grit. Twelve artists crafted these one-of-a-kind portraits, bringing history to life on every sheet. Meanwhile, the postal service keeps rolling

1:03out more nods to the era throughout the year. Grab these stamps at any post office or online at usp's.com and let them remind you how that revolutionary spirit still stamps our story today. You've been listening to Tampa Bay News today, AI-powered local news.