OSS Adolf Hitler Propaganda Stamp

Germany · 1944 · 12 pfennig

This stamp is a propaganda forgery featuring a profile portrait of Adolf Hitler, with 'DEUTSCHES REICH' at the top and '12 PFENNIG' at the bottom. A subtle skull is superimposed on Hitler's face.

Created by the US Office of Strategic Services (OSS) during World War II, this stamp was designed to resemble a genuine German definitive issue. It was used for psychological warfare, intended to demoralize the German populace by subtly depicting Hitler as a harbinger of death.