Four Flags Forever Stamp 2012
The flag of the United States has evolved through numerous transformations over the course of history, yet its core symbolism has always represented a nation founded on the values of freedom, liberty, equality, and justice.
Born from the struggles of thirteen colonies seeking fair treatment under British rule, the path to nationhood reached its peak in Philadelphia during the summer of 1776. It was here that, amid the fervor of revolution, the Declaration of Independence was ratified on July 4th, marking the birth of a new sovereign state.
In this pivotal document, the equality of all individuals was established, with the unalienable rights of "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness" declared for all. The Founding Fathers rejected the tyranny of King George III, deeming him unfit to govern a people destined for freedom, and denouncing his violations of justice.
As visionaries of a future where justice would prevail and the ideals of liberty would be enshrined in the Constitution, these courageous leaders could scarcely have imagined the transformative journey their fledgling nation would embark on. Over the course of two centuries, the nation they created has flourished into a beacon of hope, drawing millions from around the world in pursuit of the freedoms and rights they so boldly envisioned.
