Sower with Red Cross Surcharge
France · 1914 · 10c + 5c
The stamp features the allegorical Sower (Semeuse) design, depicting a woman striding left, sowing seeds, with the inscription 'REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE'. It is overprinted with 'CROIX ROUGE' and a '5c' surcharge.
Issued during World War I, this stamp with a Red Cross surcharge helped fund humanitarian efforts for war victims and wounded soldiers. It represents France's commitment to aid during a period of immense conflict.
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