General José de San Martín, National Hero
Argentina · 1945 · 5c
This definitive stamp features a portrait of General José de San Martín, a key figure in South America's struggle for independence from Spain. Known as the Liberator of Argentina, Chile, and Peru, he is revered as a national hero. The design is a classic portrait style, emphasizing his status as a statesman and military leader.
Issued in 1945, this stamp was part of a long-running definitive series honoring San Martín, reinforcing national identity and pride in the post-war era.
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Photogravure
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