Italy year 1942 – Complete Military Post postage stamps set
During 1942, Italy was deeply involved in World War II, and a variety of military-related postage stamps were issued to support communication among troops and within the occupied territories. Italian military stamps from this period are part of what collectors often refer to as “Military Post” stamps, or “Posta Militare.” These stamps were used to facilitate correspondence for soldiers stationed in Italy and abroad, including in territories under Italian control or influence, like parts of North Africa, the Balkans, and the Soviet Union.
Here are some notable characteristics of the 1942 Italian Military Post stamps:
- Design Features: Many of these stamps featured imagery related to military themes such as soldiers, flags, and national symbols. They often depicted the Italian fascist symbols or themes of unity and strength.
- Special Markings: Stamps used by the military often had special overprints or denominations indicating their use for military mail, sometimes abbreviated as “P.M.” (“Posta Militare”). These stamps could be marked with field post numbers specific to military units.
- Usage: Military post stamps were typically used on letters sent by Italian soldiers and personnel from the front lines or occupied areas. They were often exempt from regular postal charges, making them an important means of maintaining morale by allowing soldiers to communicate without the cost normally associated with postage.
- Field Post Offices: The stamps were used through field post offices, which were set up to serve the Italian military. These post offices moved with the units and were assigned unique numbers. The cancellation marks from these offices often provide clues to the military units’ locations during the war.
Collectors of these stamps often find them fascinating due to the historical context, the varied designs, and the specific military markings that tie them to particular theaters of the war.
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