Deborah Sampson, Continental Army Soldier

United States · 2026 · Forever (current first-class rate)

This stamp features a portrait of Deborah Sampson, an American woman who famously disguised herself as a man to serve in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. The design highlights her significant contribution as one of the first American women to earn a military pension.

Deborah Sampson's story is a testament to the bravery and determination of women during the American Revolution, challenging gender norms to fight for independence. Her service and subsequent pension recognition underscore her unique place in American military and women's history.