Sgt. York Stamp Dedication


Col. Jerry McFarland, President of the Sgt. York Foundation.


Pall Mall, Tennesse near Jamestown was the site of an event of historical significance Saturday, May 6th, where ceremonies were held honoring Tennessee's native son and legendary World War I hero, Sgt. Alvin C. York. The celebration got underway at 1PM at recently renovated York Country Store and Wolf River Post Office. The occasion marks the "First Day of Issue in Pall Mall" of the Sgt. Alvin C. York postage stamp. The commemorative stamp was released at the Pentagon May 3rd by the U.S. Postal Service.

The legendary Tennessean from Fentress County, hailed as this nation's greatest military hero of the 20th century, is one of four distinguished soldiers from World Wars I and II being thus honored. Others include Gen. John Hines, 2nd Lt. Audie Murphy, and Gen. Omar Bradley.



In addition to the official Pall Mall stamp release, the Sgt. York Patriotic Foundation will introduce four commemorative, limited edition cachet envelopes depicting York's life. Highlighting the occasion was the presence of 80 year old Pall Post Mistress Elaine Williams who personally hand cancelled stamped envelopes.


Persons wishing additional information about the commemorative stamps and envelopes or how to become a member of the York Foundation, may call 931-879-6456.

  • Large Crowd On Hand At Dedication
  • Jeff Wells-Park Ranger
    Jeff Wells, a Park Ranger in authentic World War I dress.
  • State Legislator-Rep. Windle & Senator Davis
  • Allen Family Singers
  • Part of York Family at Dedication
  • York Institute Color Guard
  • Horizon Quartet Sings National Anthem
  • Major Gen. Jackie D. Wood-The Adjutant General
  • Rev. George Edward York
  • Andrew York and Park Rangers
  • York Family Members
    Top-L-R-Anthony Cole, Ronnie York, John York, Betty York
    2nd Row-Judith York, Betty York, Sandy Swanson, Jeannie Cole, Jim York, Faye York, Kenny York, Angela York, Jeremy York, Jeff York
    3rd Row-Brittany Cole, Stephanie Kissick, Zachary Kissick

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