4-July... Birth anniversary of Calvin Coolidge...

 

On this day (4-jul), the birth anniversary of Calvin Coolidge, a quiet, pro-business President who advocated for limited government during the economic prosperity of the 1920s - is commemorated...

Nicknamed "Silent Cal" Coolidge strongly believed in limited government, fiscal responsibility which he implemented during a time of significant economic growth known as the "Roaring Twenties"...  He reduced taxes, cut government spending, and paid down the National debt.

Born in the year 1872, Calvin Coolidge was instrumental in signing the Indian Citizenship Act, which granted full US citizenship to Native Americans while maintaining their right to their tribal lands... He signed the Revenue Act of 1924, which decreased personal Income Tax rates, increased Estate taxes, and reduced the Federal debt.  

In 1986, Calvin Coolidge was featured on a 22-cent stamp as part of the 1986 Ameripex Presidential commemorative set... 

This stamp can be collected under the following themes: 

(a) US Presidents / Head of States...
(b) Famous People...

(c) Stamps featuring the signature of the leader depicted...

(d) Stamps featuring a necktie...

13-January... Public Radio Broadcasting Day...

US Postal Administration in the year 1998 commemorated the Public Radio Broadcasting Day with the release of a 32-cent postage stamp... 

The day was observed annually on this day (13-Jan), to celebrate a very special piece of technology that the Scientist, Marconi has invented - the Radio...  The day honors those who devised public broadcasting...

On this day in the year 1910, a live opera - featuring some of the most renowned Opera singers of that period - was broadcast from the Metropolitan Opera House...  And, this became the World's First Public Radio Broadcast too...

This stamp can be collected under the themes:

(a) Science and Technology...

(b) Radio...

(c) Instruments...

6-January... "Four Freedoms" speech by US President Franklin Roosevelt...

US Postal Administration commemorated US President Franklin Roosevelt with the release of 5-cent postage stamp in the year 1946 as a part of Roosevelt memorial series...

The stamp design shows a three-quarter face portrait of Roosevelt on the left surrounded by clouds, with a globe oriented to show the Americas on the right...  Written across the globe is an expression of the Four Freedoms - Freedom of Speech ; Freedom of Religion ; Freedom from Want ; Freedom from Fear.

The concept of "Four Freedoms" speech was delivered by Roosevelt in his address to Congress on this day (6th Jan) in the year 1941...

With his address to Congress, he declared that isolation from global affairs was not an acceptable position for the United States...

This Stamp can be collected under the themes:

(a) Famous people...

(b) US Presidents / Heads of State...

(c) Globe...

(d) Famous quotes...

3-January... Beginning of Construction - Brooklyn Bridge...

The US Postal Administration commemorated the 100th anniversary of "Brooklyn Bridge", the largest suspension bridge and an engineering marvel in the year 1983...

Built across the East river, the construction of the bridge connecting New York with that of Brooklyn started on this day in the year 1870... An iconic piece of American architecture, "Brooklyn Bridge" was officially opened by the US President Chester A Arthur and New York Governor Grover Cleveland in the year 1883...

This stamp can be collected under the themes:

(a) Bridges / Suspension bridges...

(b) Architecture...

(c) Anniversaries...

23-December... Demonstration of Transistors...

Transistors, the tiny semiconductor devices, which shaped the pulse of digital world was demonstrated on this day (23-dec) in 1947...

The first public demonstration took place at Bell Laboratories in Murray Hill, New Jersey...  It was jointly demonstrated by John Bardeen, Walter Brattain, and William Shockley... This day paved the way for transformative advancements in the field of Electronics...

The transistor's invention catalyzed a technological revolution, enabling the development of smaller, more efficient electronic devices...  From microprocessors to smartphones, transistors became the fundamental building blocks of modern computing and communication systems... 

Transistors which ushered an era of unprecedented connectivity, was recognized by the United States Postal Administration with the release of a 8-cents postage stamp in 1973 marking the Progress in field of Electronics... 

This stamp can be collected under the following themes: 

(a) Science and Technology...

(b) Inventions...

(c) Telecommunication...

17-December... Wright Brothers Day...

Wright Brothers Day, commemorating the pioneering achievements of Orville and Wilbur Wright in 1903, when they achieved the first sustained flight was observed on this day (17-dec)... 

The day recognizes Wright Brothers ingenuity, determination, and the transformative impact their invention had on the course of human history...  The day, serves as a reminder of the Wright Brothers' groundbreaking role in advancing aviation technology, sparking a new era of exploration and travel...

The 46th anniversary of first successful flight by Wright Brothers is commemorated by the United States Postal Administration with the release of a 6-cent postage stamp in 1949... 

This stamp can be collected under the themes: 

(a) Aviation...

(b) Aircraft...

(c) Science and Technology...

(d) Inventors... 

28-November... Death anniversary of James Naismith...

 

Sports world on this day (28-nov), commemorates the death anniversary of James Naismith... 

The Canadian physical education instructor, James Naismith left an indelible mark on the World of Sports by inventing basketball in 1891...  His innovative creation, initially consisting of 13 basic rules, quickly gained popularity and evolved into the dynamic and widely played sport today...

James Naismith's legacy extends beyond the basketball court, showcasing the enduring impact of his inventive spirit on the realms of physical education... 

Founder of University of Kansas basketball program, James Naismith received a tribute from US Postal Administration in 1961 with the issuance of a 4-cents postage stamp...

This stamp can be collected under the themes: 

(a) Sports / Indoor Sports...

(b) Basketball...

(c) Hands...

(d) Anniversaries / Jubilees...

 

15-November... National Recycling Day...

A reminder to recycle, reduce, and renew for a sustainable future - National Recycling Day was observed in United States on this day (15-nov)...  

Also referred as America Recycles Day, this day is dedicated to amplify the importance of recycling practices across the nation...  This day serves as a catalyst for individuals, communities, and businesses to recommit to recycling efforts, aiming to minimize waste and protect the environment...

It's a collective initiative encouraging everyone to take simple yet impactful steps, such as recycling household items and promoting awareness about sustainable living...

As a part of Social Awareness Stamp : Go Green initiative, US Postal Administration highlighted the importance of recycling with the issue of a 1st Class Forever postage stamp in 2011... 

This stamp can be collected under the themes: 

(a) Nature...

(b) Environment / Environment Protection...

(c) Energy... 

12-November... Closure of Ellis Island...

Ellis Island, a significant immigration processing center in the United States, was officially closed its doors on this day (12-nov) in 1954...

Ellis Island, nestled in New York Harbor, served as a vital immigration gateway to the United States from 1892 to 1954...  Millions of hopeful immigrants passed through its doors, undergoing processing and inspection before entering the country...

The Island symbolizes the immigrant experience, embodying both dreams of a new life and the challenges faced by those seeking opportunity in America... 

Standing as a museum, preserving the rich history of the iconic site and its role in shaping the cultural tapestry of the United States, Ellis Island was honored by the US Postal Administration with the release of a 32-cent postage stamp in 1998...

This stamp can be collected under the themes: 

(a) Immigration...

(b) Headgear...

(c) Anniversaries / Jubilees...

11-November... Launch of Gemini 12...

The final mission of NASA's Gemini Program - Gemini 12, the second human spaceflight program was launched on this day (11-nov) in the year 1966...

Gemini Program of NASA was aimed to develop and test the skills necessary for the later Apollo programs, which eventually landed humans on the Moon...  The Gemini missions  involving astronauts, focused on tasks like spacewalks, orbital maneuvers, and docking spacecraft in orbit...

Gemini 12 was the final mission of NASA's Gemini program, which carried astronauts James A Lovell and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin...  Gemini 12 successfully achieved its objectives and contributed valuable experience to NASA's space program, paving the way for the Apollo missions that followed...

The US Postal Administration commemorated the Gemini capsule and NASA's achievements in Space programs with the release of two 5-cent postage stamps in 1967...

These stamps can be collected under the themes: 

(a) Space Traveling...

(b) Space program / Gemini...

(c) NASA...

(d) Outer space

(e) Astronauts...

(f) Spacecrafts...

10-November... Birth anniversary of Martin Luther...

The birth anniversary of Martin Luther, a German priest and seminal figure of the Protestant Reformation was celebrated on this day (10-nov)...

Martin Luther, founder of Lutheran Church and theologian played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation...  He famously challenged the practices of the Roman Catholic Church with publication of his Ninety-Five Theses in 1517...

Luther's teachings emphasized salvation by faith alone, challenging traditional views and sparking a wave of religious reforms...  His translation of Bible into German made it accessible to a wider audience, contributing significantly to the spread of Protestantism...

Luther's lasting impact on universal education, freedom of religion and expression, as well as the dissemination of knowledge through translating Latin into the vernacular and printing books, is a cornerstone of his legacy...

The US Postal Administration honored Luther's profound influence on Western civilization by issuing a 20-cent postage stamp on the occasion of his 500th birth anniversary...

This stamp can be collected under the themes: 

(a) Religion...

(b) Lutheran...

(c) Reformer...

(d) Headgear...

(e) Anniversaries / Jubilees...