World War 2 in Stamps Most of the main events and British
personalities of World War 2 have been portrayed on postage
stamps. Many more are featured on stamp artwork not chosen for
the final issues. Stamps are often issued to mark significant
dates and anniversaries, such as the Battle of Britain, D-Day,
or the death of Winston Churchill. Sometimes a commemorative
stamp issue will feature people, places and events from World
War 2 amongst a wider theme, such as maritime heritage, or
scientific achievement. This online exhibition was put together
by the BPMA as part of the celebrations for the 60th anniversary
of the end of the war. It includes stamps and stamp artwork from
our enormous philatelic collection.