Exploring Stamps: #Philately 46 – Show & Tell at Stampex – Whatcha Got?

Who doesn’t love a philatelic show & tell? In this episode, Exploring Stamps invited channel viewers to bring something from their collection to Stampex 2023, and tell us all about it. This ‘whatcha got’ episode gave him the opportunity to meet several wonderful viewers of the channel while learning some…

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Philatelic Society of Lancaster County: Final Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic

The Philatelic Society of Lancaster County presents David H. Plunkett and the “Final Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic”. Wonder how many Civil War vets were there in 1949 to celebrate? In 1866, the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was founded and met in annual encampments at…

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International Stamp Club of New York: From Monarchy to Republic – Italy’s History Through Stamps

Roger Mooney examines Italy’s transformation from a monarchy to a republic, as told through its stamps. This presentation delves into the role of stamps as both propaganda and historical record, covering Italy’s philatelic journey from its first issues up to 1956. An essential watch for those interested in Italian history…

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International Stamp Club of New York: The USS Macon Saga: From Sky Giant to a Cover Story

Phil Pritchard presents a captivating narrative of the USS Macon (ZRS-5), the pride of American airships, detailing its construction and operational history as well as its ultimate crash. As he unfolds the story of this remarkable dirigible, Phil provides insights into the technological marvel it was during its time. The…

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