Liberian Philately

Jehudi Ashmun (April 21, 1794 – August 25, 1828) was an American religious leader and social reformer who became involved in the American Colonization Society. He served as the United States government's agent in the Liberia colony and as such its de facto governor for two different terms: one from August 1822 until April 1823, and another from August 1823 until March 1828.[1].

Liberian Philatelic Ties

Jehudi Ashmun has been featured on many Liberian stamps including:

• 1949 Love Of Liberty Issue
• 1952 Jehudi Ashmun Issue
• 1893 Postal Stationery

Further reading

• "The Lost Man of History" / pp. 4-10 / Journal of the Liberian Philatelic Society / Huban, George H. / Jul-Sep 2006
• Ashmun's Grave / p. 11 / Journal of the Liberian Philatelic Society / Bileski, Kasimir / Jul-Sep 2006
• "Jungle Prophet From Appleseed Lane" / pp. 2-4 / Journal of the Liberian Philatelic Society / Geilfuss, G. L. / Jan-Mar 2005
• "'Lost Man of History' Recalled to Memory by Zeal of Philatelists" / pp. 19-20 / Journal of the Liberian Philatelic Society / Downs, C. N. / Oct-Dec 2004

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