US Possession Philippines year 1899/1901 Used stamps

The United States issued stamps for the Philippines, a territory under its possession from 1898 until the country gained independence in 1946. Initially, overprinted U.S. stamps were used, with unique designs introduced in 1906 featuring Philippine and American figures. One notable stamp depicts Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines, known for his diverse talents and extreme nationalism that led to his execution just before the Philippines’ liberation from Spanish rule.Additionally, the Battle of Manila Bay, a significant event during the Spanish-American War, is commemorated on the Philippines 2-peso stamp from 1935, showcasing a scene from the battle. The stamps from the Panama Canal Zone, which issued its own stamps from 1904 to 1979, also hold historical significance. These stamps featured figures like Lt. Col. David Du Bose Gaillard, who played a crucial role in completing the challenging Culebra Cut of the Panama Canal, which was later renamed Gaillard Cut in his honor.The stamps from the U.S. Possessions, including the Philippines, reflect the historical and cultural narratives of these regions during the time of U.S. administration.