Own Bicentennial Cover Commemorating the Peacetime Army
This Fleetwood cover is part of the Bicentennial Cover collection. Each cover in this collection recalls a major event in America’s fight for independence. The cover bears a patriotic stamp and Newburgh, New York, postmark, paying tribute to the 200th anniversary of the featured event.
On April 11, 1783, the Continental Congress approved the preliminary peace treaty between America and Great Britain. Soon after, Congress began reducing the size of the Continental Army. In May, General Washington proposed a Peace Establishment, where he outlined his plans for a peacetime army.
If you’re a history buff or a cover collector, this Bicentennial cover is for you. Order yours today.
Own Bicentennial Cover Commemorating the Peacetime Army
This Fleetwood cover is part of the Bicentennial Cover collection. Each cover in this collection recalls a major event in America’s fight for independence. The cover bears a patriotic stamp and Newburgh, New York, postmark, paying tribute to the 200th anniversary of the featured event.
On April 11, 1783, the Continental Congress approved the preliminary peace treaty between America and Great Britain. Soon after, Congress began reducing the size of the Continental Army. In May, General Washington proposed a Peace Establishment, where he outlined his plans for a peacetime army.
If you’re a history buff or a cover collector, this Bicentennial cover is for you. Order yours today.