Women's Auxiliary Army Corps Parade - 1.8  shilling

Women's Auxiliary Army Corps Parade - 1.8 shilling

Year
1963
Face Value
1.8
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Women, Military & Defense

Catalogs References

Michel
SO 48
Yvert & Tellier
SO PA21
Stanley Gibbons
SO 400

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
14
Printing
Photogravure
Designer
Corrado Mancioli
Printers
IPS Off. Carte Valori (Officina Governativa Carte Valori)
This airmail stamp portrays members of the Women's Auxiliary Army Corps marching with the national flag of Somalia. Established in 1962, the corps represented an important step in expanding opportunities for women to participate in public service and contribute to the development of state institutions.

The stamp symbolizes patriotism, national unity, and civic duty during a formative period in Somalia's history. Through training and service, auxiliary members supported the armed forces in administrative, medical, and logistical capacities while helping to build the country's modern defense structure. The issue celebrates their commitment to serving the nation and strengthening Somali institutions.