B-15 Père ºìÐÓÊÓÆµPostage Stamp Collection, 1898-1981

History:  The image on the 1898 "ºìÐÓÊÓÆµon the Mississippi" stamp is based on Wilhelm Lamprecht's painting, Fr. ºìÐÓÊÓÆµand the Indians (1869). ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ, owner of the painting, furnished the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing a photographic reproduction to aid their work. The 1968 "ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ Explorer" stamp was issued in conjunction with the ºìÐÓÊÓÆµTercentenary Celebration. The stamp was issued on September 6 at Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, where ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ established in 1668 the first permanent Euro-American settlement in the state.

Restrictions: Access to these records is unrestricted. However, the researcher assumes full responsibility for conforming with the laws of libel, privacy, and copyright which may be involved in the use of these records. Consult an archivist for further information.

Arrangement:  Series 1 contains information relating to Wilhelm Lamprecht and his painting, Fr. ºìÐÓÊÓÆµand the Indians; the 1869 issue of "ºìÐÓÊÓÆµon the Mississippi"; and the 1968 issue of "ºìÐÓÊÓÆµExplorer." Items with financial value are arranged in box 2.


Series 1 Père ºìÐÓÊÓÆµPostage Stamp Collection, 1898-1981