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Search - An American History Album: The Story of the United States Told Through Stamps

An American History Album The Story of the United States Told Through Stamps
Author: Michael Worek, Jordan Worek

A unique record of the history of the United States. Throughout its history, the United States has celebrated its achievements, honored its heroes and recorded its history by issuing beautiful commemorative postage stamps. These stamps tell us about the discovery and settlement of the land; advances in transportation and communication;... more » the wonders of the American wilderness; and the accomplishments of political, military and civic leaders who served the republic and shaped its future. Created by the United States Post Office to honor significant events and important people, these stamps offer us a unique and proud look at America's history. An American History Album takes a look at the stories behind these miniature works of art-why they were issued and who or what they honor. Created by some of the best artists and finest engravers of their day, these stamps fashion a visual portrait of the history, values and accomplishments of the United States. Through their research for this book the authors identified more than 50 major themes of the American story that have been commemorated in stamps. An American History Album will appeal to history buffs, stamp collectors, educators, art enthusiasts and general readers. It serves as a graphic reminder that the American dream, as crafted in the Declaration of Independence and the American Constitution, remains alive and well. Here are just some of the stories told inside An American History Album:

Columbus' Epic Voyage
The Pilgrims and the Puritans
The Louisiana Purchase
Into the Wilderness
The American Revolution
The War Between the States
Remember the Alamo
The Settlement of the West
The Transcontinental Railroad
Building the Global Village
The Great Depression
The Second World War
The Story of Flight
The Cold War in America
Putting a Man on the Moon
The Office of the President
Protecting the Wilderness
The Story of the Flag
America's Armed Forces

The themes include:

Heritage and Values: the ideas, symbols, beliefs and institutions that make America unique
Discovery and Exploration: how the New World was discovered and the 13 colonies were established
Neighbor Against Neighbor: how the Revolutionary War and the War Between the States shaped the nation
Manifest Destiny: how the pioneers pushed westward across the wilderness to reach the Pacific
Transportation and Communication: how ships, canals, railroads, automobiles and the telegraph tied the early nation together
The Greatest Generation: the profound effect of the Great Depression and World War II on a nation and its spirit
These United States: a brief look at each state and the postage stamp that honors it
The Art of the Stamp: a fascinating look at how stamp subjects are chosen and designs created

ISBN-13: 9781554073900
ISBN-10: 1554073901
Publication Date: 9/12/2008
Pages: 208
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Publisher: Firefly Books
Book Type: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 1
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Arts & Photography >> History & Criticism >> General
History >> Americas >> United States >> General
Crafts, Hobbies & Home >> Antiques & Collectibles >> Stamps

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