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France 1950 National Relief Fund stamp set featuring revolutionary leaders André Chénier, Lazare Carnot, Robespierre

France 1950 National Relief Fund Stamps: Revolutionary Celebrities

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  The France 1950 National Relief Fund stamps, issued on July 10, 1950, honour six key figures from the French Revolution. This semi-postal series was created to raise funds for national relief while commemorating revolutionary leaders and intellectuals. The stamps are masterpieces of engraving, featuring frames in slate-blue, and include a surcharge for the National […]

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France 1947 Road Maintenance Fund stamp with milestone from the Liberty Road, symbolizing Allied forces’ journey during WWII

France – The 1947 Road Maintenance Fund Stamp

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  The France 1947 Road Maintenance Fund Stamp, featuring the milestone on the Road of Liberty (La Voie de la Liberté), is a powerful tribute to the Allied forces and their monumental efforts in liberating France during World War II. This semi-postal stamp and its associated commemorative milestones mark an enduring legacy of liberation, unity,

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1945 French War Victims' Fund stamp and campaign card featuring displaced postal workers, with PTT Paris postmark and cachet

France 1945 PTT War Victims’ Fund: Iconic Stamp and Campaign Card

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  The France 1945 PTT War Victims’ Fund stamp is a semi-postal issue that holds immense historical significance. Released on May 16, 1945, it supported displaced postal employees and their families following the devastating effects of World War II. The stamp, combined with its campaign card, serves as a poignant reminder of resilience and the

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The French Sinking Fund Semi-Postal Stamps (1927-1931)

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The French government issued a series of semi-postal stamps between 1927 and 1931 to support a sinking fund created to reduce the national debt after World War I. These stamps not only served their primary postal purpose but also contributed an additional surcharge directed towards the fund. Historical Context The First World War left France

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Committee of National Liberation

France – The French Committee of National Liberation: Complete Issues

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The stamps issued by the French Committee of National Liberation (FCNL) represent a significant chapter in the history of World War II and French philately. These stamps were introduced between 1943 and 1946 during the Free French movement, providing a tangible connection to the resistance effort against Nazi Germany and the subsequent rebuilding of France.

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French Post Office in the Levant

French Post Office in the Levant – Sufi Whirl: The Spiritual Journey of the Dervishes

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The mystique of the Sufi dervishes has captivated people across cultures and centuries. This 1907 postcard, sent through the French Post Office in the Levant, features a captivating group of whirling dervishes from Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul). Addressed to Belgium, this piece offers not just a postal artifact but also a glimpse into the profound spiritual

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de Gaulle

France – 1971: Tribute to General Charles de Gaulle – A Commemorative Strip

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On 9 November 1971, France issued a horizontal se-tenant strip of four stamps with a central label to honor the first death anniversary of General Charles de Gaulle. This beautifully engraved set commemorates key moments in the life of one of France’s most influential leaders, showcasing his role as a military commander, statesman, and symbol

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Modern Art

1961 French Art Stamp Series: Celebrating Masterpieces of Modern Art

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On 10 November 1961, France issued a beautiful set of stamps to honor its rich artistic heritage. This French Art Series features works by four iconic modern artists—Georges Braque, Henri Matisse, Paul Cézanne, and Roger de La Fresnaye. These stamps serve as miniature tributes to masterpieces that shaped modern art movements. Stamp Details Issue Date:

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Birds of Prey

France – 1984 Birds of Prey Series: A Tribute to France’s Raptors

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On 22 September 1984, France issued a magnificent series of stamps showcasing some of its most majestic birds of prey. This four-stamp set highlights the ecological significance and breathtaking beauty of raptors, making it a must-have for philatelists and nature enthusiasts alike. Stamp Details Issue Date: 22 September 1984 Catalogue Numbers: 2643–2646 Designer: P. Suiro

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Battle of Vimy Ridge

France – 2017 Centenary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge: A Joint Tribute by France and Canada

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On 8 April 2017, France and Canada issued a joint miniature sheet commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge (9–12 April 1917). This philatelic masterpiece honors the bravery of Canadian soldiers during the First World War and highlights the enduring friendship between the two nations. Historical Background The Battle of Vimy Ridge

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