Arrival of Egyptian Troops at Gaza - 15 May 1948 - 10 millieme

Issued in 1948, this stamp commemorates the arrival of Egyptian troops in Gaza on 15 May 1948 during the first Arab-Israeli War. The design depicts a column of Egyptian infantry advancing beneath the Egyptian flag, with military helmets and rifles visible in the foreground. A portrait of King Farouk I appears at the top of the stamp, reflecting Egypt's leadership during the conflict. The issue was one of the first postal emissions specifically associated with Egyptian administration in the Gaza Strip.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Kingdom of Egypt marked an important military and political event in the history of Gaza and the wider Arab-Israeli conflict. The issue highlighted themes of military service, national commitment, and regional involvement, while serving as a symbol of Egypt's presence and administration in Gaza during the post-1948 period.