Kenya, Uganda and Tanganyika 1961 Definitive Issue

Kenya, Uganda and Tanganyika · 1961 · 10c

This definitive stamp features a Crested Crane (Balearica regulorum), a bird of national significance to Uganda. The design is part of a larger set issued for the combined postal territory of Kenya, Uganda, and Tanganyika, showcasing the region's diverse wildlife and culture.

Issued shortly before Tanganyika and Uganda gained independence in 1962 and 1963 respectively, this series was one of the last to represent the three territories under a single postal administration.