On June 11, 1993, the U.S. Postal Service released a new stamp in honor of Harriet Tubman as part of the Black Heritage Series. This marked the second time Tubman was honored with a postage stamp, the first being in 1978. The new stamp featured a portrait by artist Jerry Pinkney and was part of a broader effort to recognize Black contributions to American history. Tubman, famed conductor of the Underground Railroad, is revered for her bravery in rescuing enslaved people and her service as a Union spy during the Civil War. The release of this stamp symbolized continued national acknowledgment of her role in the fight for freedom and justice. It was widely celebrated by schools, civic organizations, and historians across the country.
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