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Switzerland WWI Military Mail Feldpost Bataillon 51 Handstamp
Switzerland · 1915 · None
A circular handstamp featuring the text 'Feldpost Bataillon 51' at the top and 'Schweiz Suisse Svizzera' at the bottom, encircling a central Swiss cross. This marking was applied to military mail.
This postal marking was used by the Swiss Field Post Battalion 51 during World War I, reflecting Switzerland's efforts to maintain postal communication for its mobilized troops despite its neutrality in the conflict.
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