List of people on the postage stamps of the United States

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the first stamps issued?1847
2. What is the total stamps issued?Over 4,000
3. What kinds of people have been on U.S. stamps?U.S. stamps have shown presidents, Founding Fathers, civil‑rights leaders, scientists, artists, and other cultural icons. They pick people who have made big contributions to the country.
4. Why does the U.S. put people on stamps?Stamps honor people and help teach everyone about history. They show who helped shape the nation.

Philately: The study and collection of postage stamps and related items.
Commemoration: The act of honoring or remembering a person, event, or significant achievement.
U.S. Postal Service (USPS): The independent federal agency responsible for providing postal services throughout the United States.
Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee: A group that advises the Postmaster General on potential subjects for U.S. postage stamps.