Issue: 1973 The Boston Tea Party Bicentennial Era FDC U.S.A

Type: Stamp

Number of Stamps: 1

Stamps Denomination: 60c

Issue Date: 2013

Issued By: U.S.A Post

1973 The Boston Tea Party Bicentennial Era FDC U.S.A

1973 The Boston Tea Party Bicentennial Era FDC U.S.A

The United States Bicentennial Era, which celebrated the 200th anniversary of the nation’s independence, was marked by various events and activities from 1973 to 1976. Postage stamps were an important part of this celebration, with several stamp issues commemorating significant events, figures, and themes related to American history.

Boston Tea Party Stamp:

In 1973, as part of the Bicentennial celebration, the United States Postal Service issued a stamp commemorating the Boston Tea Party. This stamp featured an illustration of colonial Americans dressed as Mohawk Indians dumping tea into Boston Harbor, reenacting the historic event. This stamp was part of a series known as the Contributors to the Cause which highlighted key events and figures from the American Revolution.