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USA Cherokee Strip Land Run 1993 Stamp

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Issue:     USA Cherokee Strip Land Run 1993 Stamp Type:     Stamp Number of Stamps:      1 Stamps Denomination:      29 C,  Issue Date:      1993 Issued By:      United States Postal Service (USPS)  

Issue:     USA Cherokee Strip Land Run 1993 Stamp

Type:     Stamp

Number of Stamps:      1

Stamps Denomination:      29 C, 

Issue Date:      1993

Issued By:      United States Postal Service (USPS)

 

 

 

A Tribute to a Historic Rush

 

Issued on September 16, 1993 the Cherokee Strip Land Run stamp commemorates the 100th anniversary of one of the largest land runs in American history. On September 16, 1893 more than 100,000 settlers raced across the Cherokee Outlet in Oklahoma Territory seeking to claim a portion of 6 million acres of land. This 29 cent U.S. stamp part of the Legends of the West series beautifully depicts a determined settler on horseback gun raised charging forward with wagons and other settlers in the background. The stamp captures the spirit of the American frontier and the relentless pursuit of opportunity. It remains a prized collectible among philatelists and history enthusiasts.

Commemorating a Defining Moment in the West:

 

The Land Run of 1893 was a defining moment in the westward expansion of the United States and in 1993 the U.S. Postal Service honored it with a stunning 29 cent stamp. Featuring a dynamic illustration of a settler galloping ahead on horseback with his pistol raised the stamp vividly captures the urgency and determination of the event. The Cherokee Strip a vast land area once held by the Cherokee Nation was opened for settlement leading to a chaotic yet historic land rush. The stamp was part of a broader effort to preserve and celebrate American history appealing to both collectors and those fascinated by the untamed frontier.

Racing into History:

 

The Cherokee Strip Land Run stamp issued in 1993 marks the centennial of one of the last great land rushes in American history. On September 16, 1893 thousands of hopeful settlers lined up at the edge of the Cherokee Outlet ready to charge forward and stake their claim to a piece of unassigned land. The dramatic artwork of the stamp brings this intense moment to life showcasing a frontiersman on horseback gun raised rushing toward his future. This stamp serves as a powerful reminder of the adventurous spirit and determination that helped shape the American West. it remains a favorite among collectors historians and those who appreciate the rich legacy of the United States.