U.S. Commemorative Stamp Series
About
In an effort to acknowledge historical events dating back to the American Revolution, the Tri-Ad Veterans League, based in Boston, MA, is seeking your assistance in collecting signatures to be presented to the US Postal Service. This initiative aims to gain approval for the establishment of a commemorative postal stamp series designed to educate and inspire both our Nation and the global community. The online petition invites your support by signing to advocate for the thirteen paintings featured in the art exhibit, “Triumph, Unsung Black Veterans in U.S. History,” to be transformed into a commemorative stamp series that honors the bravery, sacrifices, and dignity demonstrated by Black Veterans in their service to a free nation.
How it all started:
A project to educate the Public regarding the under representation of the African American Veterans was also launched. Haywood as the CEO of Tri-Ad Veterans League commissioned and paid for the creation of "Triumph, a Forgotten History" art exhibit consisting of 13 inspirational renderings that have been exhibited in many places including the State House. A campaign to gather signatures and support was begun after US Congressman James McGovern was impressed by the exhibit. The Congressman suggested that the exhibit and its accompanying presentation could become a U.S. commemorative postage stamp. A proposal and petition is being submitted to the Postal Service this July for consideration and approval.
Triumph! Black Military Unsung Heroes focuses on the omitted sector of American Veterans of African American Heritage, from the American Revolution up to World War II.
Artist forHumanity students who created the commissioned "Triumph Art Exhibit: standing with theiir respective creation and being honted at the William A, Carter American Legion Post No. 16 in Boston, MA.
Former Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker surrounded by other elected officials and notables at the first Public exhibit of the "Triumph Art Exhibit" celebrating Black Veterans at the Worcester Public Library.
Former Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis and former Boston City Councilor Tito Jackson with Haywood Fennell, Sr,, Founder of Tri-Ad Veterans League.
African American women represented in the branches of the US military.
The Tuskggee Airman seen with the 9981 Executive order signed by then President Harry S. Truman to end segregation in the US Military.
Saluting Black History Month event and the Black Veterans Calendar 2025 at the Major Taylor Museum in Worcester, MA. with the special former US Congressman and Civil Rights leader John Lewis stamp in the background at the Frederick Douglas event held in Worcester, MA., Standing {left to right } Us Postal official, Haywood Fennell, Sr. {National Coordinator for Signature Gathering for the US Commemorative Stamp Series Project, Monica Anderson Spencer, event guest and Cedric Arnold event planner.
Supporting Documents
Letter from Congress
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Tufts Letter
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Petition
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Media Coverage
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This art series represents more than black history, more than the sacrifice of our black veterans, and more than an art installment; this is a truly communal project ·:hat unites and involves us all. The merit and beauty of these stamps, I whole heartedly beLeve, will not be just for the casual philatelist but for every American to enjoy.
Tri-Ad Veterans League
Tri-Ad Veterans League, was founded as a volunteer community based Veterans advocacy organization by Haywood Fennell, Sr. and a few other veterans attending colleges in the Tri-Ad area of North Carolina more than thirty years ago.
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