CEF Sheet 40th anniversary Liberation Resistance Landings philately

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Description

This CEF philatelic sheet commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Liberation, with a focus on the Resistance and the Landings. The visible side features a graphic illustration signed by Bequet, blending the Cross of Lorraine, stylized motifs, and the blue, white, and red colors, powerful symbols of liberated France. The central visual is surrounded by historical text presenting the context of the Resistance and liberation operations, as well as explanatory excerpts from the 1944-1945 period.

In the upper left are two official stamps, both canceled with a First Day postmark "40e ANNIVERSAIRE DE LA LIBÉRATION - Résistance Débarquements Paris". The sheet is numbered "1512" in the lower left. The mention "N° 723 du catalogue CEF" is also visible on the vertical margin, confirming the official edition by CEF (Covers Événementielles de France), a recognized reference in French philately.

The text printed on the visible side details the major episodes of World War II, the challenges of the Resistance, and the landing operations that contributed to the liberation of the territory. The graphic design, resolutely modern for its time, combines clear lines and patriotic symbols, with a neat and informative layout.

The presentation of the sheet, inserted in a transparent plastic sleeve with perforations (visible on the left), is typical of CEF editions, facilitating archiving in a specialized album. The sheet has a horizontal rectangular format, with a white margin and black frame, characteristic of event philatelic productions from the 1984 period (40th anniversary).

The First Day postmark and the print quality give this sheet a particular interest for thematic philately enthusiasts on World War II, national commemorations, and official French editions.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible side in very good general condition, with no apparent defects on the image. Protective plastic sleeve present in the photo.

Internal reference

1512

Did you know? CEF First Day sheets are published in limited editions for major philatelic issues. The 40th anniversary of the Liberation in 1984 led to several commemorative issues, marking official recognition of the role of the Resistance fighters and the Allies in the liberation of French territory.

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