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World War II Patriotic cover

Object Details

Description
"I'm Doing My Share For Uncle Sam"
A three-cent United States Scott 905 is affixed to this cachet cover postmarked Jamestown, New York, December 6, 1943. Uncle Sam in his top hat strikes a powerful pose in this simplistic cachet by Dime Stores publisher.
Data Source
National Postal Museum
Publisher
Dime Stores
Date
December 6, 1943
Medium
paper; ink; adhesive
Dimensions
8.9 x 16.5 cm (3.5 x 6.5 in.)
Type
Covers & Associated Letters

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  • Uncle Sam: The Man and the Meme
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