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An envelope addressed to Her Majesty the queen, Windsor Castle, dated London 1888 from The Strand Magazine
3432583 An envelope addressed to Her Majesty the queen, Windsor Castle, dated London 1888 from The Strand Magazine, Vol I January to June, 1891 (print) by English School

WW2 American postal cover envelope celebrating victory over the Japanese on the Marshall Islands Date: 1944

World Events Japanese Quit At End Of Wwii Ww2
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Well Fight Every Jap Japan Germany Hun Wwii Ww2
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War Bonds Today To Bomb Tokyo Security Tomorrow
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The Navy's Here, WW2 Canadian postal cover envelope Date: 1943

The Stamped Sheet of Paper, 1949 (indian ink, w / c and gouache on paper)
XKH149272 The Stamped Sheet of Paper, 1949 (indian ink, w/c and gouache on paper) by Wols, Alfred Otto Wolfgang Schulze (1913-51); 24.8x17.5 cm; On Loan to the Hamburg Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany

15c Daniel Webster grilled single, 1870. Creator: Unknown
15c Daniel Webster grilled single, 1870

12c Washington single, 1851. Creator: Unknown
12c Washington single, 1851

1c Franklin type IIIa single, 1851. Creator: Unknown
1c Franklin type IIIa single, 1851

12c Washington single, 1857. Creator: Unknown
12c Washington single, 1857

3c Washington on advertising cover, July 2, 1856. Creator: Unknown
3c Washington on advertising cover, July 2, 1856

90c Washington single, 1861. Creator: Unknown
90c Washington single, 1861

24c Washington single, 1861. Creator: Unknown
24c Washington single, 1861. With a circle within a star fancy cancel

10c Washington single, 1855. Creator: Unknown
10c Washington single, 1855

10c Washington type IV single, 1857. Creator: Unknown
10c Washington type IV single, 1857

3c Washington imperforate strip of three, c. 1852. Creator: Unknown
3c Washington imperforate strip of three, c. 1852. Strip of 3 of the dull red 3c stamp

3c Washington type III block of five, 1860. Creator: Unknown
3c Washington type III block of five, 1860. Block of 5 cancelled with June 15, 1861 San Francisco cds

The Artists Letter Rack, 1879 (oil on canvas)
3493216 The Artists Letter Rack, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Harnett, William Michael (1848-92); 76.2x63.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; American, out of copyright

Devil with comic verse on a Christmas card
Devil, newspaper and stamp with comic verse on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

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"Remembering Victory: Franked Envelopes and Postal Covers of WW2" During World War II, franked envelopes became a unique way to celebrate the triumphs and commemorate significant events. One such envelope was adorned with an American postal cover, proudly proclaiming victory over Japan. As the world rejoiced at the news of Japanese surrender, this envelope symbolized the end of a long and arduous battle. Inscribed on another franked envelope were powerful words that echoed the determination of nations during WWII - "We'll fight every Jap, Japan Germany Hun. " These envelopes served as reminders of the relentless spirit that united countries in their pursuit for peace. War bonds played a crucial role in financing these efforts, ensuring security for tomorrow. A captivating message on one franked envelope urged citizens to invest in war bonds today so that Tokyo could be bombed tomorrow. It exemplified how ordinary people contributed to shaping history through their financial support. The bravery and dedication of military forces were also honored through postal covers like "The Navy's Here, " showcasing Canadian pride during wartime. These envelopes captured patriotic sentiments while paying tribute to those who risked their lives for freedom. Amidst the seriousness of war, there were moments of lightheartedness too. A devil depicted on a Christmas card brought comic relief amidst challenging times, reminding recipients to find joy even in adversity. Beyond WWII, historical philatelic artifacts emerged as valuable collectibles. The stamped sheet of paper from 1949 showcased intricate artwork created using Indian ink and watercolors on paper – a testament to human creativity even after years filled with conflict. Looking back further into history revealed more fascinating postage stamps like the 15c Daniel Webster grilled single from 1870 or the 12c Washington single from 1851. Although creators remain unknown, these stamps represented important figures who shaped America's identity during critical periods.