In Memoriam - King Fuad I (1868-1936)
Issued on 28 April 1944, this stamp commemorates King Fuad I of Egypt (1868-1936) and was released as a memorial issue honoring the former ruler of the Kingdom of Egypt. Fuad I reigned from 1917 as Sultan and from 1922 as King following Egypt's declaration of independence from British protectorate status. During his reign, Egypt experienced significant political, educational, and institutional developments, including the establishment and expansion of modern state institutions and cultural organizations.
By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Kingdom of Egypt paid tribute to King Fuad I's role in the country's modern history and development. The issue highlighted his contribution to the strengthening of the Egyptian state and honored his legacy as a monarch who presided over an important period of political and cultural transformation. The stamp served as a symbol of national remembrance and recognition of his place in Egypt's twentieth-century history.