Farragut and Porter 1937 Issue
United States · 1937 · 3¢
The stamp features side-by-side portraits of David Farragut and David Porter, both prominent naval officers. 'UNITED STATES POSTAGE' is at the top, and '3 CENTS' is at the bottom.
This stamp is part of a series commemorating heroes of the American Civil War, specifically honoring two distinguished naval officers, David Farragut and David Porter. It reflects a national effort to recognize military figures from a pivotal period in U.S. history.
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