| Title: 1st Anniversary of Korean Troops in Viet Nam | ||||
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Stamp Serial#
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526 | |||
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KPC#
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C-292 | |||
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MICHEL#
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556 | |||
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StanGib#
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660 | |||
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Scott#
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539 | |||
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Date of Issue
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10/01/1966 | |||
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Quantity
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500,000 | |||
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Denomination
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7 won | |||
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Design
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Flags of Korea and Viet Nam and Korean soldiers | |||
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Designer
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Chun Hee-han | |||
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Image Area
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33mm*23mm | |||
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Perforation
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13 | |||
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Sheet Composition
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5Ąż10 | |||
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Paper
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Granite paper; unwatermarked | |||
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Printer
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Government Printing & Mint Agency of the Repubic of Korea | |||
| Description | ||||
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One year has elapsed since freedom fighters of Korean combat troops were
dispatched to Vietnam as defenders of free world to save the people of Vietnam, our friendly ally,
from becoming a victim of nefarious communist agression. Being aware of their lofty mission, our combat
units have been fighting bravely and heroically without a moment`s rest under the scorching sun in a
foreign land. They have recorded great successes in war and have gained the respect, trust and love of
the peace-loving Vietnamese as true friends by gallant, friendly and sincere approach to the people.
By doing so, they have not only proved the bravery and excellence of Korean youth, but also greatly
enhanced our national pride and prestige over the world. We, both Government and the people, are
required to join the efforts of "Supporting Committee for Korean Soldiers in Vietnam"" in extending
every possible helping bands, both material and spiritual, to Korean soldiers fighting there for the
unselfish cause of freedom and world peace, and as well to their dependents left behind home.
As international communists, led by communist China, are threatening the security of the Southeast Asia while North Korea is watching for an opportunity to reinvest into the South, we at home should be equipped with the same combat readiness as that of our brave soldiers in the battle field sharing their mind and determination. To mark the first anniversary of Korean military commitments in Vietnam, the Ministry of Communications will issue a commemorative stamp on October 1, the Armed Forces Day, to urge the nation for more support to the soldiers and to pray for their long-lasting success in war. |
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