Art

 U.S. #3507 – Snoopy frequently imagined himself as a WWI flying ace ready to take on the Red Baron.
November 26, 1922

Birth of Charles Schulz

Famed cartoonist Charles Schulz was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on November 26, 1922.

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 U.S. #4343 – Since 2007, Disney films have opened with a brief clip of Mickey behind the wheel.
November 18, 1928

Premiere of Steamboat Willie

On November 18, 1928, Mickey Mouse became a household name with the release of Steamboat Willie.

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 U.S. #2839 – Rockwell’s famous Triple Self-Portrait, created in 1960.
November 8, 1978

Death of Acclaimed Illustrator Norman Rockwell

On November 8, 1978, the world lost one of its most prolific artists – Norman Rockwell.

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 U.S. #696 – The Statue of Liberty has welcomed over 12 million immigrants passing through New York harbor.
October 28, 1886

Grover Cleveland Dedicates Statue of Liberty

On October 28, 1886, the Statue of Liberty was completed and dedicated.

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 U.S. #4194 – Dumbo was Disney’s fourth animated feature film.
October 23, 1941

Dumbo Debuts to Positive Reception

On October 23, 1941, Walt Disney released Dumbo, based on the children’s book by Helen Aberson-Mayer.

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 U.S. #3910a – An inside view of the museum’s ramp from the central rotunda.
October 21, 1959

The Guggenheim Opens to the Public

On October 21, 1959, one of the world’s most renowned museums, the Guggenheim, opened in New York City.

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 Item #M9067 – In addition to being a musical pioneer, Lennon was an avid artist and writer. This stamp pictures his famous self portrait.
October 9, 1940

Birth of Music Legend John Lennon

On October 9, 1940, one of the world’s most celebrated songwriters and performers was born – John Lennon.

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 U.S. #2065 – Martin Luther started the Protestant Reformation in 1517, laying the groundwork for the Lutheran Church.

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 U.S. #1822
August 24, 1814

Dolley Madison Saves Famous Washington Portrait 

On August 24, 1814, as British troops approached the American capital, First Lady Dolley Madison insisted on saving important historical relics, including a portrait of our first president.

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