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uncommon1900-1945
Marshal Pétain, French Indochina
French Indochina · 1941 · 30c
The stamp features a profile portrait of Marshal Philippe Pétain facing left, with 'INDOCHINE' at the top, 'POSTES' on the left, and '30c' on the right.
This stamp was issued during World War II by the French colonial administration in Indochina, featuring Marshal Pétain, head of the collaborationist Vichy regime. It reflects the political control of Vichy France over its colonies during this period.
Printing Method
Engraved
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