Lebanese Soldiers at Bir Hakeim - 20 piastre

This commemorative airmail stamp (Poste Aérienne) honors the courage and sacrifice of Lebanese troops during World War II by depicting Lebanese soldiers at the historic Battle of Bir Hakeim (Soldats Libanais à Bir-Hakim). The dramatic, multi-colored engraving captures a group of infantrymen fiercely defending a fortified position behind sandbags and barbed wire amidst a backdrop of explosions, overlaid with a prominent red "V" for Victory symbol. This dynamic illustration carries a profound message of military valor, anti-fascist resistance, and shared global sacrifice, celebrating the strategic role Levant forces played alongside the Allies in the North African campaign. Issued by the Lebanese Republic, the stamp connects national postal service with a proud monument to the country's defenders and their historic contribution to the triumph of freedom.