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Stamps series "Heroes Memorial Day"

03.1935 - Heroes Memorial Day
 

1569. - Soldier of World War I - 6 pf.

1570. - Soldier of World War I - 12 pf.

569x. - Soldier of World War I - 6 pf vertical glue.

570x. - Soldier of World War I - 12 pf vertical glue.

series in circulation from 15.03.1935 to 31.12.1936
This issue, known as the "steel helmet" stamps, were available at all P.O's on the official day of issue. They were sold out within a few days. This annual day of remembrance for the fallen of World War I, was previously known as "War Memorial Day" and commemorated on the 13th November each year. Hitler changed its title to "War Heroes’ Memorial Day", to be commemorated on 16th March.