Sweden 1960 World Refugee Year
Sweden · 1960 · 25 öre
This stamp features a stark design of a windswept, uprooted tree, symbolizing the plight of displaced people. The design was created by Stig Åsberg and engraved by Arne Wallhorn. It was issued to bring attention to the World Refugee Year initiative.
Issued as part of a United Nations global campaign, the World Refugee Year (1959-1960) aimed to raise awareness and funds for refugees worldwide, particularly those still displaced after World War II.
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