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World War II Patriotic cover
Description:
"Deep In Our Hearts ... The Valor Of Bataan"
The fall of Bataan in the Philippines and the ensuing forced march of U.S. prisoners of war helped to galvanize the American people's desire for victory. United States two-cent Scott 907 and one-cent Scott 908 are affixed to this cachet cover postmarked New York, New York, April 17, 1943. Walter Poppenger of Akron, Ohio, produced this cachet.
Date:
April 17, 1943
Markings:
NEW YORK / APR 17 / 1:30 PM / 1943 / N. Y.; BUY / WAR SAVINGS / BONDS AND STAMPS [cancel]
DEEP IN OUR HEARTS / THE VALOR / OF / BATAAN [cachet]
Medium:
paper; ink; adhesive
Dimensions:
8.9 x 16.5 cm (3.5 x 6.5 in.)
Museum ID:
2002.2035.70
Place of Origin:
New York
Place of Destination:
New York
Collection:
