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Patriotic Covers
World War II Patriotic Cover
Scott Catalogue USA: 900
Description:
"Our Forefathers Fought For Liberty. Preserve It. Buy War Bonds."
American Revolution soldiers and drummers (The Spirit of 1776) are central to this cachet by Robert Haynes of Toledo, Ohio. A two-cent United States Scott 900 is tied to this cover by the boxed slogan Buy War Savings Bonds and Stamps. The cover is postmarked Buffalo, New York, June 10, 1943.
Date:
June 10, 1943
Markings:
3 BUFFALO / JUN 10 / 6 PM / 1943 / N.Y.; BUY / WAR SAVINGS / BONDS AND STAMPS [cancel]
The Spirit of '76; Our forefathers fought for / LIBERTY. Preserve it. / BUY WAR BONDS. [cachet]
Medium:
paper; ink; adhesive
Dimensions:
8.9 x 16.5 cm (3.5 x 6.5 in.)
Museum ID:
2002.2035.97
Place of Origin:
New York
Place of Destination:
New York
Collection:
