World War II war relic stamps from Papua New Guinea

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21 November 2011
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Papua New Guinea's latest stamp issue features the war relics of fighting between Allied and Japanese forces during World War Two. ...

A new stamp issue from Papua New Guinea features war relics found in the country which relate to fighting between Allied and Japanese forces during World War Two. The relics, which included the remains of planes, tanks and other military equipment have been found throughout Papua New Guinea, including the provinces of New Britain, Morobe and Sandaun.

The stamp sheet also features a war memorial from Port Moresby, where thousands of soldiers lost their lives during World War Two.

For all the latest stamp issues, see each issue of Stamp & Coin Mart.

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