Army Day, 6 January 1967 - 15 fils

Army Day, 6 January 1967 - 15 fils

Year
1977
Face Value
15
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
1500000
Themes
National Events, Military & Defense

Catalogs References

Michel
IQ 472
Yvert & Tellier
IQ 460
Stanley Gibbons
IQ 744

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
11¾
Printing
Photogravure
Printers
Courvoisier (Helio Courvoisier) S. A.
This stamp commemorates Army Day, celebrated annually on 6 January, marking the anniversary of the founding of the Iraqi Army in 1921. The design features a soldier alongside missile units and military equipment, reflecting the modernization of Iraq's armed forces during the 1960s. Army Day was one of the country's principal national observances, honoring the service, history, and role of the military in defending national sovereignty and supporting the development of the republic.

By issuing this stamp, Iraq paid tribute to the armed forces and their contribution to national security and state-building. The issue emphasizes themes of patriotism, preparedness, and national unity, while recognizing the importance of the military in protecting the country and supporting its progress during a period of rapid modernization.