Croatia Government in Exile, 75th Anniversary of the UPU

Croatia (Government in Exile) · 1949 · 100 K

This stamp commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU). The design features a stylized globe with lines of latitude and longitude, overlaid with the UPU emblem and the inscription "75 GOD UPU 1874-1949". It was issued by the Croatian government in exile, which was active after World War II.

Issued by the Croatian National Committee in exile after the fall of the Independent State of Croatia in 1945, these stamps served a political and propaganda purpose rather than postal use. They are considered cinderellas or propaganda labels by most philatelists.