South Korea, 1951 Admiral Yi Sun-sin

South Korea · 1951 · 200 Won

This stamp features a portrait of Admiral Yi Sun-sin, a revered 16th-century Korean naval commander. He is celebrated for his victories against the Japanese navy during the Imjin War, particularly for his innovative use of the 'turtle ship' (Geobukseon). The design highlights his status as a national hero.

Issued in 1951 during the Korean War, this stamp served to bolster national morale by invoking the image of a legendary military leader famed for defending the nation against foreign invasion.