{"product_id":"general-bernardo-de-galvez-1980-first-day-cover-american-revolution-hero","title":"General Bernardo de Gálvez – 1980 First Day Cover | American Revolution Hero","description":"\u003cp\u003eHonor a lesser-known hero of the American Revolution with this General Bernardo de Gálvez First Day Cover, celebrating his strategic brilliance. This collectible captures a pivotal moment in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🧾 Key Points:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnited States of America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Issue:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eJuly 23, 1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCity of Cancellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNew Orleans, Louisiana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamp Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e15¢\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGeneral Bernardo de Gálvez | American Revolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCommemorates Gálvez’s role in the Spanish capture of Mobile during the American Revolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Market Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e$5–$15 USD, depending on condition and demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🖼️ Product Overview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking First Day Cover honors General Bernardo de Gálvez, a Spanish military leader whose strategies aided the American Revolution. The stamp features Gálvez in uniform with a Spanish flag, while the cachet includes a portrait, a map of the Gulf Coast, and ships, illustrating his campaigns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed stamp of Gálvez with a Spanish flag, noting the Battle of Mobile 1780\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA matching cachet with a portrait, Gulf Coast map, and naval ships\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eText: \"General Bernardo de Gálvez – A master of military strategy, Gálvez directed the Spanish capture of Mobile during the American Revolution\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppeal to Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA treasure for philatelists, history buffs, and collectors of American Revolution memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📚 Historical Context:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIssued on July 23, 1980, in New Orleans, Louisiana, this First Day Cover celebrates General Bernardo de Gálvez, who led Spanish forces to victories like the capture of Mobile in 1780, supporting the American fight for independence. His efforts weakened British control in the Gulf region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stamp reflects a U.S. Postal Service initiative to honor international figures who aided the Revolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e💎 Collectible Value:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Market Value or Rarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eModerately available, valued at $5–$15 USD unframed; higher in Revolution or Spanish history collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Would Be Interested:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eU.S. stamp collectors, American Revolution historians, and enthusiasts of Spanish colonial history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✨ Unexpected or Notable Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cachet’s map highlights Gálvez’s Gulf Coast campaigns, a lesser-known theater of the Revolution. The New Orleans postmark connects to his historical ties to the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stamp’s depiction of the Spanish flag emphasizes Spain’s crucial alliance with the American colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd this rare General Bernardo de Gálvez First Day Cover to your collection today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Tags:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e#FirstDayCover #USStamps #AmericanRevolutionCollectibles #MilitaryHistory #StampCollecting #RareStamps #USPostalHistory #CollectibleMemorabilia #GalvezLegacy\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50986835837092,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/05092025_008.jpg?v=1747705357","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/general-bernardo-de-galvez-1980-first-day-cover-american-revolution-hero","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}