Heroes of 2001 Semipostal
On June 7, 2002, the USPS issued the Heroes of 2001 Semipostal stamp.
American History
Performing Arts Series
On May 24, 1978, the USPS issued the first stamp in the Performing Arts Series, honoring Jimmie Rodgers.
Battle of Spotsylvania Court House
On May 8, 1864, the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House began.
Battle of Chancellorsville
On May 6, 1863, the Battle of Chancellorsville ended in a Confederate victory.
American Scientists Series
On May 4, 2005, the USPS issued the first set of stamps in the American Scientists Series.
First Game of Negro National League Baseball
On May 2, 1920, the first game of the Negro National Baseball League was played in Indianapolis, Indiana.
World’s Columbian Exposition
On May 1, 1893, the World’s Columbian Exposition opened in Chicago, Illinois.
America’s First Presidential Inauguration
On April 30, 1789, George Washington was inaugurated as America’s first president.
Rise of Long-Distance Telephones
On March 27, 1884, the first long-distance phone call between New York and Boston was made.