"V for Victory" campaign originated by the BBC

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Suggested by a Belgian refugee in the UK, The V became a broadcast symbol for victory. The BBC later linked it to Beethoven's Fifth became of the numeral V. Infighting between intelligence groups and the BBC are discussed. Postage stamps with the V theme issued by the US and others are described.

Usage, Postage-stamps, Postage stamps, World War II, 1939-1945, Propaganda, Radio propaganda

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Space walk anniversary commemorated with unique covers

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Philatelic items commemorating Edward White's historic space walk on Jun 3, 1965 were combined on the event's 10th anniversary to make a creative cover. Stamps, a military payment certificate and a special cover envelope were mailed and cancelled on Jun 3, 1975.

Astronauts, Covers (Philately), White, Edward H.

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