Who was the first african american to be on a u. S. Postage stamp

Booker T. Washington

Explanation:

The first African American to be on a U. S postage stamp is known as Booker T. Washington.

Booker T. Washington lived between April 5, 1856 - November 14, 1915. He served in the capacity as an adviser to many American presidents. An orator and educator that excelled and prospered the national cause of the black race in multi-racial America.

He was self educated American slave.

At the time when white heroes were predominantly featured on the postage stamp, Booker T. Washington broke through the ranks in 1940s.