Caption
Mount Rainier National Park, 1934.
Number
0742
Prompt
The clouds in the sky drift quickly from left to right, partially obscuring and then revealing the peak of Mount Rainier. The trees in the foreground sway as if in a strong breeze. The water in the lake subtly ripples. One or two small ducks flies into the picture and splashes down on the water.
Body
This stamp was part of a celebrated series issued in 1934 to promote the nation's national parks. The design, a striking purple engraving, captures the grandeur of Mount Rainier. The issuance of this series was a significant event, reflecting a growing national consciousness about conservation and the importance of preserving America's wild spaces. For many Americans struggling through the Great Depression, these stamps offered a glimpse of the country's natural beauty and a reminder of the nation's enduring strength.