The story of Molly Pitcher is one of the most enduring legends of the American Revolution. While likely a composite of several women, the name has come to symbolize the bravery and contributions of women in the war. This stamp is unique in that it is an overprint on a regular issue 2-cent Washington stamp. The decision to overprint rather than create a new design was a matter of expediency for the Post Office Department at the time. Despite its simple design, the stamp is significant for being one of the earliest to honor a female figure from the Revolution, recognizing the important role women played in the fight for independence.