Stamps for 250th anniversary of three U.S. military services to be issued May 16 in nation’s capital

By Linn’s Staff

The United States Postal Service announced April 16 that the three forever commemorative stamps honoring the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps will be issued May 16 in Washington, D.C.

A first-day ceremony is planned for 11 a.m. at Freedom Plaza, 1325 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, in Washington.

Jeffery A. Adams, vice president of corporate communications for the USPS, will serve as the dedicating official.

Collectors desiring to attend the ceremony are asked to register online with the Postal Service at www.usps.com/armedforcesstamps.

“These stamps honor the enduring legacy and unwavering commitment of the men and women who have served and continue to serve,” the USPS said in an April 16 press release. “Each branch plays a crucial role in safeguarding American interests, standing as symbols of strength and resilience, upholding core values such as loyalty, duty, honor, and courage.”

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