1968 6c Historic American Flags: Washington's Cruisers

Issue Date:  July 4, 1968

City:  Pittsburgh, PA
Quantity:  228,040,000

Printed By:  Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Printing Method:  Giori Press

Perforations:  11

Color:  Dark blue and olive green

This stamp shows the flag used by the U.S. first naval cruisers.  It was flown during a naval battle off Long Island, which was the first such battle in which the U.S. took part.