France year 1941 stamps MNH/MH collection

France year 1941 stamps MNH/MH collection
In 1941, during World War II, France issued postage stamps under the Vichy regime. The stamps from this period reflected the political situation and the collaborationist government’s policies. They often featured symbols associated with the Vichy regime, such as the “Francisque” emblem or images of Marshal Philippe Pétain, who headed the Vichy government.

These stamps were distinct from those issued by the Free French Forces led by General Charles de Gaulle, which represented the French government-in-exile and were designed to maintain the legitimacy of the pre-war French Republic.

The stamps issued during this time covered a variety of subjects, including historical figures, cultural heritage, and propaganda themes promoting the Vichy regime’s agenda. They provide a glimpse into the tumultuous period of World War II and the complexities of the French political landscape at the time.