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A remote chain of islands south of Argentina in the Atlantic Ocean comprise the territory referred to as South Georgia and the Sandwitch Islands.  Originally discovered and named by the Spanish in the 17C, it later was claimed as a British Territory and has issued stamps for its territory.In 1964, the South Georgia and Sandwitch Islands became a point of conflict in the Falkland War between the British and Argentine forces.  For many years, the islands were exploited by seal hunters an …

Royal Mail recently issued  a set of stamps and Miniature Sheet on 9th July to celebrate the band, Queen, one of the UK’s greatest music legends on the 50th anniversary of its formation. With over three decades’ worth of hits to their name it is not surprising that there is a Queen song for everybody. What is extraordinary however is the fact that the time they spent with their iconic frontman, Freddie Mercury, has been eclipsed by the time since he sadly passed away, yet the band remains a …

In 1997, the United States Postal Service issued its first stamp celebrating America's favorite wise-cracking, carrot eating cartoon character, Bugs Bunny. The iconic animated cartoon character that originated in the 1930's has been one of the most popular and recognizable personalities of the Looney Tunes cartoon series.Earlier Loony Tune character stamps featured each individual in their most familiar poses.  The newest issue celebrates Bugs Bunny and the marvelous masquerades …

While many social commentators have bemoaned the end of stamp collecting due to a lack of interest by a younger generation, there are recent indications of a resurgence of the hobby.  Why?  Maybe a hobby that doesn't have a digital footprint, passwords, audio and video adjustments, or computer savvy requirements is appealing to both young children and adults seeking "the quiet pastime" that results in the exploration of world geography, diverse cultures, and international affairs.Ever …

The United States has a long tradition of honoring its top music talents on stamps.  From the Famous American Series  in the 1930's featuring John Phillip Sousa and Stephen Foster to the most recent issues commemorating Marvin Gaye, Johnny Cash, and Miles Davis these commemorative stamps have recognized outstanding musicians, singers, composers, and conductors from a wide range of music gendres including: jazz, country, symphony, rock, gospel, opera, pop and folk.  Which musi …