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1969 France Military First Day Cover 25th Anniversary of D-Day Paratroopers (WWII)

1969 France Military First Day Cover – 25th Anniversary of D-Day Paratroopers (WWII)

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Condition
Secondhand
Location
International
Bob Shop ID
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This is an authentic French First Day Cover (FDC) issued 31 May 1969, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Normandy parachute landings on 6 June 1944 (D-Day).

Features:

  • Stamp: 0.45 Franc Parachutistes S.A.S. et Commandos F.F.L. (Scott #1256, Yvert & Tellier #1587).

  • Cancellation: Special First Day of Issue, Paris, dated 31 May 1969, with parachute insignia design.

  • Cachet: Full-color illustrated design depicting Allied paratroopers and ground troops, with 25ème Anniversaire du Débarquement inscription.

  • Condition: Excellent, sharp strike and clean cover.

Historical Significance:

  • Honors the Free French Forces (Forces Françaises Libres), paratroopers, and commandos who fought during the Allied landings in Normandy.

  • Strong WWII link, making it especially appealing for collectors of military philately and D-Day commemorations.

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