The Battle of Britain took place between 10th July and 31st October 1940, an attempt by the German Air Force (Luftwaffe) to destroy the Royal Air Force (RAF) and gain air superiority. The name Battle of Britain came from aRead More
Originally created by artist and illustrator Mary Tourtel, Rupert Bear first appeared in the Daily Express newspaper on November 8 1920. he is certainly one of the most recognisable bears with his checked yellow trousers, scarf and red jersey. RupertRead More
One of the most popular culinary delights to be enjoyed on the Costa del Sol in Malaga is the ‘espeto’ or skewered sardines. A simple, easy-to-prepare dish based on sardines skewered on a bamboo spit that, after being cooked overRead More
In ancient Roman times the territory of present-day Slovenia became a junction and crossroads of several busy and highly important routes – the Roman roads connecting western and coastal areas with the interior and providing a rapid connection to neighbouringRead More
2020 marks the 150th birth anniversary of world-renowned Jersey golfer, Harry Vardon. Vardon became the Champion Golfer of the Year of The Open in 1896, 1898, 1899, 1903, 1911 and then again in 1914, at the age of 44. HeRead More
This set of six delightful stamps have been designed to represent the 125th anniversary of the Snaefell Mountain Railway, a picturesque and historic transport route that ascends the highest peak of our Island, Snaefell. Designed by EJC Design, this setRead More
To mark Rupert Bear’s centenary year we are delighted to announce that Isle of Man Treasury has issued this beautiful five coin collection, which is set to be a must have for any admirer of the bear with the red sweaterRead More
•A celebration of Roman life and culture in Britain •The Romans successfully invaded in the year 43, and assimilated much of the country into a Roman province introducing their culture and technology, with 10km of roads linking new towns suchRead More
Royal Mail is issuing a set of stamps and Miniature Sheet on 9th July to celebrate the band, Queen, one of the UK’s greatest music legends on the 50th anniversary of its formation. With over three decades’ worth of hitsRead More
Norway Post and the Norwegian Kennel Club held a photo competition, and the jury picked four winning dogs, which will now be depicted on stamps. Whippet Birk creates enjoyable and memorable moments for residents at an assisted living facility inRead More
2020 marks 150 years since the death of Charles Dickens, widely regarded as the greatest author of the Victorian era. Appreciated for his vast contribution to English literature, Dickens is particularly well known for his powerful and evocative descriptions ofRead More
A work by American artist Matt Mullican from the Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein adorns Liechtenstein’s SEPAC stamp this year. The association of thirteen small postal operators in Europe issues stamps on common themes every year. This year the stamps are works ofRead More
New Zealand’s main islands are each represented in the two 2020 Scenic Definitives, highlighting our tallest peak all the way down to the stunning sights at sea level. The 2020 Scenic Definitives were issued to accommodate this year’s postal rateRead More
The Autonomous Regions of the Azores and Madeira had their own specific post transportation problems. The use of maritime transport to send correspondence to the islands had been previewed by old o cial charters pre-dating the creation of the rstRead More
The Autonomous Regions of the Azores and Madeira had their own specific post transportation problems. The use of maritime transport to send correspondence to the islands had been previewed by old official charters pre-dating the creation of the first masterRead More
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