US 1940s Postage Stamps

The U.S. postage stamps of the 1940s were interesting for several reasons, including the National Defense Issue, the Famous Americans Issue, and the first stamps to honor an African American. The National Defense Issue, issued in 1940, featured designs promoting national preparedness for World War II, while the Famous Americans Issue honored influential figures in various fields. The 10-cent Booker T. Washington stamp marked the first time an African American was honored on a commemorative stamp.