The U.S. Postal Service has announced a series of stamps to commemorate significant anniversaries and events. Among these are stamps celebrating the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marine Corps, as well as a stamp previewing the 2026 World Stamp Show in Boston and a stamp honoring writer William F. Buckley Jr. The designs for these stamps are preliminary and may be subject to change.
The stamp honoring the U.S. Army marks its 250th anniversary, established by the Continental Congress in 1775. It features the military service mark of the U.S. Army against a white background, designed by Antonio Alcalá, an art director for the Postal Service.
The U.S. Navy stamp also celebrates its 250th anniversary. Originally established during the Revolutionary War, the Navy is recognized for its role in safeguarding U.S. maritime interests. This stamp features the Navy’s emblem against a white background, also designed by Alcalá.
In a similar vein, the stamp for the U.S. Marine Corps commemorates its 250th anniversary. The Marine Corps, first formed during the Revolutionary War, is known for its elite status and readiness to confront modern challenges. This stamp features the Marine Corps emblem and was designed by Alcalá.
The Boston 2026 World Expo will take place in May 2026, marking the 12th international philatelic exhibition in the U.S. To commemorate this event, two intaglio-printed stamps will be released, highlighting Boston’s historical significance during the American Revolution. These stamps, designed by Greg Breeding with illustrations by Dan Gretta, depict the Old North Church and a “midnight rider” in Colonial attire.
William F. Buckley Jr., a prominent figure in modern U.S. conservatism, will also be honored with a stamp. Buckley, who passed away in 2008, was an influential writer and founder of National Review. The stamp features a portrait created by Dale Stephanos and was designed by Breeding.
The Postal Service has also provided a schedule for stamp releases from April to July of this year, including various themes such as the Battlefields of the American Revolution and the U.S. Flag. Specific details regarding first-day-of-issue locations for other stamps will be announced throughout the year, with all dates and locations subject to change.