1961 Antonio Luna Surcharge : Recapture of Corregidor

Corregidor Island located at the entrance of Manila Bay was captured by Japanese forces in May, 1942. The Battle for the Recapture of Corregidor, February 16-26, 1945, resulted in the American/Filipino liberation of the island.

The Bureau of Posts issued a surcharged Antonio Luna definitive stamp on February 16, 1961, marking the  16th anniversary of the recapture of Corregidor.

The 25c definitive stamp was surcharged to 20c, without reference to the recapture of Corregidor.

First Day of Issue Cancellation

MARKING THE RECAPTURE OF CORREGIDOR

First Day Covers