May 18, 1925 – The U.S.P.S. issues two commemorative stamps honoring the 100th anniversary of the Norwegian immigration to America. The first day of issue ceremonies are celebrated in Decorah and Algona, Iowa!
Lots of famous folks have Iowa connections, with a small handful of them having been pictured on U.S. postage stamps! The only prerequisite, sadly, is that you have to be deceased. Take a look at these famous Iowans who made their mark in the world, and here, in one place, is the complete list of U.S. commemorative postage stamps featuring events and locations with Iowa-based themes!
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