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Diaporama10c Red Cloud stamp
United States Postal Service (? – ?)
The United States Postal Service is an iconic American institution celebrated for its commitment to delivering connection and communication nationwide; discover the history behind this essential service and its cultural impact.
Smithsonian's National Postal Museum (Washington, D.C., United States of America)
Located in Washington D.C., the Smithsonian's National Postal Museum offers an immersive journey through postal history with its iconic stamp collections and vintage vehicles, inviting you to explore our shared heritage.
Born in 1822 near North Platte, Nebraska, Red Cloud became chieftain of the Ogallala Sioux Indians and led a successful campaign to halt the use of the Bozeman Trail, which crossed a popular Sioux hunting ground. He protested that it would destroy the buffalo and, thus, the livelihood of the Sioux. Red Cloud died in 1909.The courage and leadership of American Indian tribal chiefs such as Red Cloud provided the foundation for negotiations between the United States government and native populations.The Postal Service honored Red Cloud with the 38th issue in its Great Americans Series. Robert Alexander Anderson of Lexington, Massachusetts, designed the stamp.Jay StottsOctober 19, 2007Scott Catalogue USA: 2175mintCopyright United States Postal Service. All rights reserved.Museum ID: 1998.2008.20
About this artwork
- Title: 10c Red Cloud stamp
- Artist: United States Postal Service
- Year: 1987
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Smithsonian's National Postal Museum
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Color intensity: Balanced
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