Introduction to the Suez Canal Company and Its Postal Service The Suez Canal, one of the most strategic waterways in the world, was constructed under the leadership of Ferdinand de Lesseps. The Compagnie Universelle du Canal Maritime de Suez, or the Suez Canal Company, was granted a concession in 1855 to undertake this monumental project. […]
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The 1878 Egyptian surcharged stamps are a fascinating issue in philatelic history, offering collectors an array of varieties to study and appreciate. These stamps were originally part of Egypt’s regular postal issues but were later surcharged to meet the demand for lower denominations. This resulted in a range of errors, misprints, and collectible variations that
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In the early 1940s, amidst the backdrop of World War II, a photograph postcard depicting the serene Stanley Bay Beach in Alexandria, Egypt, was sent to the United States. This postcard not only captures a picturesque moment of Alexandria’s coastline but also serves as a testament to the era’s postal practices, featuring a distinctive Retta
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This postcard provides a fascinating glimpse into the British military’s postal activities in Egypt during the immediate post-World War I period. Sent from Kantara, a critical location along the Suez Canal, it showcases not only the importance of the region but also the pivotal role played by the Army Post Office in facilitating communication between
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In 1958, Egypt issued this commemorative stamp to honor the 50th death anniversary of Mustafa Kamil Pasha, a distinguished lawyer, journalist, and fervent nationalist. The stamp, valued at 10 milliemes, features a dignified portrait of Mustafa Kamil in traditional Egyptian attire, symbolizing his unwavering dedication to the nation and his role as a voice for
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The United Arab Republic (UAR) marked a significant political experiment in the modern history of the Arab world. This short-lived union between Egypt and Syria, initiated on February 1, 1958, was led by Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser. Although the union dissolved in 1961 following a coup in Syria, Egypt continued to use the name
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The fascinating postal history of the German Post Offices in the Turkish Empire offers collectors a glimpse into a bygone era of international communication. This rare 1909 watermarked newspaper wrapper, franked with a 10 para stamp, provides a unique example of cross-border mail from Ramleh (Jerusalem) to Alexandria, Egypt. The Journey of the Newspaper Wrapper
Imagine Losing a World Wonder Picture ancient temples, centuries-old carvings, and awe-inspiring statues, slowly sinking beneath rising waters. This was the grim reality facing Nubia, a historic region along the Nile, when Egypt announced the construction of the Aswan High Dam. While the dam promised modern progress, it also threatened to submerge priceless treasures of
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Military communication has always been a crucial element in the orchestration of wartime strategies and logistics. Among the fascinating remnants of such military correspondence are the Military Telegraph stamps, a unique class of overprinted postal artifacts that served British troops across colonial territories in the late 19th century. These stamps not only fulfilled a practical
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This stunning set of Egyptian stamps, issued in 1934, commemorates the 10th Congress of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) held in Cairo. The stamps not only honour Egypt’s hosting of this global event but also feature striking portraits of King Fuad I, a significant figure in modern Egyptian history. These stamps combine elegant design with
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