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common1900-1945
National Defense Anti-Aircraft Gun
United States · 1940 · 2¢
The stamp features an anti-aircraft gun in action, with the inscriptions 'NATIONAL DEFENSE' at the top and 'ARMY AND NAVY FOR DEFENSE' below the gun.
Issued on October 16, 1940, this stamp's release coincided with the first day of registration for America’s first peacetime draft, reflecting the nation's preparedness efforts prior to its entry into World War II.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing. · License: Public domain
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