About This Stamp
The United States Coast Guard was honored for its achievements in World War II by the issuance of a 3-cent green stamp on November 10, 1945. The design features two Coast Guard landing craft proceeding from a supply ship in the background. The Coast Guard was particularly noteworthy for its efforts in defending American coastal waters against enemy submarines and other ships.
First Day of Issue Ceremony
First Day of Issue Date: November 10, 1945
First Day of Issue Location: New York, NY