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Brig. Gen. Benjamin O. Davis, Sr.

Series: Black Heritage

First Day of Issue Date: January 28, 1997

First Day of Issue Location: Washington, DC

About This Stamp

Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. distinguished himself in a long military career that saw him become the nation's first African-American brigadier general. He was a driving force in the eventual integration of the U.S. armed forces.

Stamp Designer

Richard Sheaff

First Day of Issue Ceremony

First Day of Issue Date: January 28, 1997
First Day of Issue Location: Washington, DC

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