Aircraft Over the Nile Dam - King Farouk I (Overprinted for Gaza) - 22 millieme
Issued in 1948, this airmail stamp was overprinted for use in the Gaza Strip following the arrival of Egyptian administration during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. The design features a Douglas DC-3 Dakota aircraft flying above the Aswan Dam, together with a portrait of King Farouk I. Originally part of Egypt's definitive airmail series, the stamp was overprinted with "Gaza" and the date 15 May 1948, marking the beginning of Egyptian military and administrative presence in the territory.
By issuing this overprinted stamp, the Kingdom of Egypt established postal services in the Gaza area under its administration. The issue reflected Egypt's role in the events of 1948 and served as an official symbol of governmental authority, communication, and administration during a significant period in the history of the region.
By issuing this overprinted stamp, the Kingdom of Egypt established postal services in the Gaza area under its administration. The issue reflected Egypt's role in the events of 1948 and served as an official symbol of governmental authority, communication, and administration during a significant period in the history of the region.