United States History Civil War, 1861-1865 (LCSH)
Grant, Ulysses S., 1852-1929 (LCSH)
Commemorative postage stamps--United States (LCSH)
Armed Forces on postage stamps (LCSH)
United States--History--19th century (LCSH)
Postage stamps--United States--History--20th century (LCSH) ]]> Color: Bright Rose Carmine

The stamp, Scott Catalogue USA 985, commemorates the final national encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.), a fraternal organization composed of veterans of the Union Army who served in the American Civil War. The stamp features a portrait of Ulysses S. Grant, who served as the Commanding General of the Union Army during the Civil War and later became the 18th President of the United States. Grant's portrait is set against a bright rose carmine background, with the text “FINAL NATIONAL ENCAMPMENT OF THE G.A.R., 3 CENTS” printed above and "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" below. Issued in 1949 and with perforated edges are typical of U.S. commemorative stamps from this era. The issuance of this stamp not only marks the final gathering of the G.A.R. but also serves as a tribute to the sacrifices made by Union soldiers during the Civil War and the enduring legacy of their veteran's organization. ]]> Technique: recess printing (copper plate engraving)
Dimensions: 40 x 25 mm
Perforation: line 11 x 10.5
Watermark: no watermark ]]> Scott Catalogue USA 985 ]]>