The itch to move west

Article Abstract:

Early settlers and migrants to the western United States faced perilous risks in travelling by wagon over trails such as the Oregon Trail. Many died due to lack of food, adverse weather and wagon accidents. The US Postal Service has issued many stamps and postcards commemorating the Oregon Trail.

History, Western States, Pioneers, Oregon Trail

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America's national monuments

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Devils Tower is a giant column of volcanic rock that juts up in the middle of the Black Hills in Wyoming. No one can explain the origin of this national monument. A commemorative stamp depicting Devils Tower was issued in 1956.

Devils Tower National Monument, Wyoming

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I pledge allegiance

Article Abstract:

Many postage stamps have been issued to commemorate the flag and the pledge of allegiance. The 100-year history of the pledge is briefly presented.

Flags, Postage-stamps, Postage stamps, Pledge of Allegiance

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