February 04, 2010

Distinguished Sailors Saluted On Stamps

USPS News Release: Distinguished Sailors Saluted On Stamps: "Four revered U.S. Navy icons were commemorated with a First-Class salute with the dedication of the Distinguished Sailors collectable stamps. Available nationwide today, the 44-cent stamps immortalize four sailors who served with bravery and distinction during the 20th Century: William S. Sims, Arleigh A. Burke, John McCloy and Doris “Dorie” Miller.
The dedication ceremony took place today at the United States Navy Memorial in Washington, DC."

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