Latvia 1919 West Russian Army Issue

Latvia · 1919 · Various

This set of stamps features a design with a central shield displaying a cross pattée, flanked by oak leaves. The stamps were issued in various denominations and colors, with the country name 'LETTLAND' inscribed at the top and the value at the bottom. They are notable for their simple, bold design characteristic of provisional issues.

These stamps were issued for use by the West Russian Volunteer Army, a counter-revolutionary force led by Pavel Bermondt-Avalov, during its occupation of parts of Latvia (Courland) in 1919 during the Latvian War of Independence.