# 2137 (1985) Bethune - Sgl, MNH

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1985

MARY McLEOD BETHUNE
Black Heritage Series

American educator, stateswoman, philanthropist, and humanitarian. Bethune founded the National Council for Negro Women in 1935, established the organization's flagship journal Aframerican Women's Journal, and resided as president or leader for myriad African American women's organizations including the National Association for Colored Women and the National Youth Administration's Negro Division. She also was appointed as a national adviser to president Franklin D. Roosevelt, whom she worked with to create the Federal Council on colored Affairs, also known as the Black Cabinet.

Water Activated Gum
Scott 2137

Perforated 11
Stamp Single

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