US World War II
Issuing EntityUSA
Year Issued1991
MaterialPaper
TypeCommemorative
About US World War II
A sheet of 50 stamps commemorating the 50th anniversary of World War II. Each stamp featured a key event from the war years. The stamps were issued in groups over five years from 1991 to 1995. Events included Pearl Harbor, D-Day, the Battle of Midway, and the Japanese surrender. The series was one of the most popular commemorative programs in US history, educating the public about WWII history through philately.
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