About This Stamp
The 1-cent Famous American Educators stamp, issued March 14, 1940, features Horace Mann (1796–1859). Attracted to politics in his youth, Mann soon focused on improvement of education in America. His belief that every citizen had a right to be educated led him to campaign for universal public education. His political connections enabled him to establish a sound public school system in his native Massachusetts. His works and writings became nationally known and influenced educational development across America.
First Day of Issue Ceremony
First Day of Issue Date: March 14, 1940
First Day of Issue Location: Boston, Massachusetts