History in Focus
Battlefields of the American Revolution stamps available for pre-order
Stamps have long commemorated the places and events of the American Revolution, as well as the figures who played an essential role in the fight for independence — but no previous issuance has combined painting and photography quite like the Battlefields of the American Revolution stamps.
Debuting on April 16, 2025, in Concord, Massachusetts, this pane of 15 stamps — now available for pre-order — features vivid illustrations of five turning points in the Revolutionary War: two battle scenes, George Washington’s daring crossing of the Delaware, and two historic British surrenders. The illustrations span two stamps each.
Additionally, a stamp for each battlefield features a modern photograph, reminding us that the past forever echoes in the present day.
Many of the places and buildings associated with these battles have been preserved or restored as museums, monuments, and national, state, or local parks.
As part of the multiyear celebration of America’s 250th birthday, we hope these stamps will inspire the public to visit sites from the Revolutionary era and contemplate the long threads of history that connect us to the founders of our nation.