Souvenir tribute card for John Hotchner’s twelve years on CSAC created by USPS's Terry McCaffrey
The USPS and Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee (CSAC) honored John M. Hotchner on January 21, 2010, at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum. Hotchner served the committee for twelve years, helping select topics for postage stamps and providing input on stamp designs.
Postmaster General John E. Potter, Marie Therese Dominguez, David Failor, and Terry McCaffrey of the USPS, and Jean Picker Firstenberg, CSAC Chair, expressed deep gratitude and presented Hotchner with tributes and awards. Hotchner is a member of the NPM Council of Philatelists, a past president of the American Philatelic Society, and one of the most prolific authors in the hobby of stamp collecting.
John M. Hotchner and PMG John E. Potter
John has been and is one of the giants of philately. Through his writings he has educated and inspired thousands (if not millions!) of collectors. His work on behalf of Lion's Stamps for the Wounded program has helped speed countless veterans on the road to recovery. John's knowledge and wisdom will be missed on the committee. All the best.
Posted by: Don Schilling | 01/26/2010 at 10:34 AM
I've had the pleasure of meeting John on a couple of occasions. A fine gentleman who is always willing to share.
He is also a strong supporter of using the Internet to promote philately. The USPS design committee was lucky to have him.
Way to go John.
Posted by: Steve B. Davis | 01/26/2010 at 09:59 AM