August 7, 2015
ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. — The U.S. Postal Service honored the U.S. Coast Guard Friday during a dedication ceremony at the Museum of the Albemarle in Elizabeth City.
Rear Adm. James Heinz, Director of Operational Logistics, Cmdr. Bruce Brown, Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City commander and Denise Edmonds, marketing manager for USPS, unveiled the 2015 Coast Guard Forever stamp during the ceremony.
The stamp honors the Coast Guard for its role in protecting the security of the nation and advancing its maritime interests. The stamp also celebrates the Coast Guard’s 225th Birthday and the 75th anniversary of Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City.
Collectable envelopes and stamps were available for purchase after the event.