{"product_id":"figures-of-the-american-revolution","title":"Figures of the American Revolution","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSPS 2026 Figures of the American Revolution Forever® Stamps – Sheet of 25\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelebrate the extraordinary courage, visionary leadership, unwavering determination, and remarkable sacrifices of the individuals who helped establish the United States with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSPS 2026 Figures of the American Revolution Forever® Stamps Sheet of 25\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Officially issued by the United States Postal Service on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApril 10, 2026, in Washington, D.C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this distinguished commemorative release honors the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e250th anniversary of American independence (1776–2026)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a historic milestone recognizing two and a half centuries since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. The American Revolution represented a defining turning point in world history, transforming thirteen British colonies into an independent nation founded upon revolutionary ideas about liberty, representative government, and self-determination. Behind this extraordinary transformation stood individuals whose contributions extended across military leadership, political philosophy, diplomacy, literature, intelligence gathering, public advocacy, and personal sacrifice. While celebrated founding figures played prominent roles in shaping the nation's earliest institutions, countless other individuals contributed to the struggle for independence through acts of bravery, intellectual leadership, and resistance to established authority. This remarkable USPS issue recognizes the diverse people whose actions influenced America's revolutionary era, bringing greater attention to both widely celebrated historical leaders and individuals whose important contributions have not always received equal recognition. Through its meaningful historical presentation and carefully illustrated portraits, this official release celebrates the complex human stories behind the nation's founding while commemorating one of the most significant anniversaries in American history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis official USPS sheet contains 25 First-Class Mail Forever® stamps featuring 25 distinctive historical portraits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, each honoring an influential individual associated with the American Revolution and the establishment of the United States. Created under the artistic direction of USPS art director \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthel Kessler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with original portrait illustrations produced by a distinguished group of artists, the collection presents an extraordinary visual tribute to the individuals whose ideas, leadership, and sacrifices helped shape the nation's earliest history. Among the prominent figures recognized are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeorge Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Abigail Adams, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose contributions to military leadership, political debate, diplomacy, and the formation of American government remain central to the nation's historical legacy. The collection also highlights other remarkable contributors, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJames Armistead, Elizabeth Freeman, Deborah Sampson, Mercy Otis Warren, Bernardo de Gálvez, and the Marquis de Lafayette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, reflecting the varied experiences and essential roles of individuals whose actions influenced the revolutionary struggle. Each carefully composed portrait is accompanied by the individual's name and a brief description of their historical significance, creating an educational presentation that encourages a deeper appreciation of the people behind America's founding. The 25 designs are arranged in an elegant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efive-by-five configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, set against a background inspired by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeclaration of Independence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, reinforcing the issue's connection to the nation's founding principles and revolutionary heritage. The complete sheet features the commemorative inscription \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“FORGING AMERICA'S BOLD NEW BEGINNING THROUGH COURAGE, LEADERSHIP, AND SACRIFICE.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This powerful statement reflects the extraordinary challenges faced by the revolutionary generation and the lasting historical consequences of their actions. Together, the original illustrations, historical descriptions, patriotic design elements, and carefully coordinated layout create a distinguished gallery of American Revolutionary history, transforming the stories of 25 influential individuals into a meaningful collection of miniature commemorative artworks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional addition to any distinguished stamp collection, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2026 Figures of the American Revolution Forever® Stamps Sheet of 25\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings together American Revolutionary history, historical portraiture, patriotic symbolism, educational storytelling, and commemorative postal artistry in one extraordinary collectible offering. Whether preserved as part of an American history collection, displayed in recognition of the nation's Semiquincentennial, or treasured by historians, educators, historical researchers, patriotic collectors, admirers of America's founding era, and philatelists alike, this official USPS release offers a lasting tribute to the remarkable individuals whose courage, leadership, ideas, and sacrifices influenced the birth of the United States. Its 25 distinctive historical portraits, educational descriptions, Declaration of Independence-inspired background, and significance as part of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e250th anniversary of American independence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e make it a particularly meaningful addition to collections honoring the nation's founding, Revolutionary War history, and the evolution of American democracy. By recognizing individuals from different backgrounds and highlighting their varied contributions, this commemorative issue encourages a broader appreciation of the historical experiences that shaped the American Revolution. A distinguished tribute to the extraordinary generation that helped forge a new nation, this official USPS release preserves the legacy of America's revolutionary beginnings through the artistry and enduring tradition of American commemorative postage stamps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e USPS 2026 Figures of the American Revolution Forever® Stamps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Format:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Complete Sheet of 25\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStamps Per Sheet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Occasion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 250th Anniversary of American Independence (1776–2026)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommemorative Significance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e United States Semiquincentennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatured Historical Figures Include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeorge Washington\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThomas 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