CEF Leaflet Normandy Landings postmarked stamp D-Day illustration

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Description

This CEF philatelic sheet is dedicated to the Normandy Landings, a major event of the Second World War. On the front, there is a neat presentation with a large color illustration depicting Allied aircraft, a US military ship marked "US", military helmets and nets, and a landing on the beach. This scene evokes the operation of June 6, 1944, known as D-Day.

The sheet features a canceled French stamp, with a face value of 4.30 francs, illustrating an amphibious military vehicle under a colorful sky. The cancellation bears the inscription "6 JUIN 44 LE BATEAU" (June 6 44 THE BOAT), directly related to the landing theme. To the left of the composition are also inscriptions detailing the sheet's references in the CEF catalog (No. 1175), as well as the limited edition mention and the individual number 2976.

The text printed at the bottom of the front side traces the historical context of the Allied Landings in Normandy, their preparations, the role of the Resistance, and the main military operations of June 6, 1944. The illustration is signed by Pierre Forget, an artist renowned for his historical-themed philatelic creations.

The presentation of the sheet is typical of CEF editions, with a structured layout, a thin black frame, and a perforated plastic protector suitable for collection binders. No details are visible regarding the back or other sides.

This sheet is for anyone looking for an illustrated philatelic document on the theme of D-Day, combining stamp, commemorative cancellation, and explanatory text.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Front side in good overall condition, colors well preserved, clear stamp and cancellation. Possible slight traces of handling or wear on the plastic protector, without affecting the visibility of the sheet.

Did you know? On June 6, 1944, more than 156,000 Allied soldiers landed on the beaches of Normandy during Operation Overlord. This decisive day marked the beginning of the liberation of France and occupied Western Europe during the Second World War. CEF commemorative envelopes and sheets are produced in limited editions and are sought after for their quality of illustration and historical accuracy.

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