DELIVERING HOPE TO WAR-TORN NATIONS POSTAGE STAMPS SO POWEFUL THEY CAN GIVE A NATION HOPE U.S. #909-21 I can’t think of a better example of stamps with a powerful message than the Overrun Countries Series of 1943-44 (US #909-21). These 5¢ stamps were created for international mail to encourage citizens of countries invaded by the Axis Powers during World War II. On each stamp, common design elements are the legendary phoenix rising from the flames and a woman freed from the chains that have bound her. At the center of each is the flag and name of an occupied nation – a beacon of light in the dark despair of war. I’d love to know how many people this message of hope touched, wouldn’t you? These key US commemorative stamps are close to 80 years old and are still inspiring us today. Hard to believe the complete mint-fresh set of 13 can be had for only $7.25! 2
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