Malagasy Republic Proclamation of Independence
Madagascar · 1960 · 20 FMG
This stamp commemorates the proclamation of the Malagasy Republic's full independence from France. The design prominently features a map of Madagascar overlaid with the national flag, symbolizing the nation's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The inscription "PROCLAMATION DE LA REPUBLIQUE MALGACHE" reinforces the event being celebrated.
Issued on June 26, 1960, this stamp marks the end of French colonial rule and the birth of the independent Malagasy Republic, a pivotal moment in the nation's history.
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