Commemorating one of World War II's significant battles - Battle of El Alamein
Isle of Man Post Office is delighted to present this stamp issue commemorating the Battle of El Alamein (23 October – 4 November 1942), a key battle as part of the North Africa campaign of WW2 and subsequent Allied victory over the Axis forces. The battle featured extensive deployment of local soldiers through The Manx Regiment, whom we wish to honour though this set.
We are honoured to have collaborated with Ivor Ramsden MBE, Director of the Manx Aviation & Military Museum, to create a set of stamps commemorating this historic battle and honouring the Manx Regiment that fought bravely in it.
The Battle of El Alamein (second battle), was one of the most decisive victories in World War II. It was fought between two of the best commanders in World War II, Montgomery for the Allies and Rommel for the Axis between 23 October – 4 November 1942. The victory of the Allies at El Alamein lead to the surrender of the German forces in North Africa in 1943.
The imagery featured has been selected alongside Ivor to summarise the Battle of El Alamein including the involvement of the Manx Regiment. The collection features:
1. General Bernard Montgomery (80p)
2. Bofors Gun (£1.51)
3. Desert Tanks (£1.92)
4. The Manx Regiment (£2.00)
5. El Alamein Road Sign (£2.80)
We are very grateful to Ivor Ramsden MBE for his knowledge, time and enthusiasm for the issue.
| Text | Ivor Ramsden |
| Design | Isle of Man Advertising & PR |
| Printer | bpost |
| Format | Sheets of 20 |
| Process | Offset lithography |
| Colours | 4 |
| Paper | Paper: Gummed FSC Securpost 110 GPW |
| Perforations | 11.5 per 2cms |
| Stamp Size | 40mm x 40mm |
| Stamp Set | 5 |
| Date of Issue | 21st February 2023 |
| Limited Editions | Presentation Pack: 1000, First Day Cover: 1500 |
Product Code: ABM31
Product Issue Date: 21st February 2023
Ivor Ramsden MBE, Director of the Manx Aviation & Military Museum, meticulously chose the images featured on the set, which beautifully depicts the Battle of El Alamein.
Product Code: ABM41
Product Issue Date: 21st February 2023
All of the five stamps commemorating one of World War II's pivotal battles, all beautifully presented in a sleek four page glossy folder.
Product Code: ABM91
Product Issue Date: 21st February 2023
All five stamps are presented on the cover of this deluxe envelope, cancelled with a special postmark of first day of issue.
Product Code: ABM71
Product Issue Date: 21st February 2023
The story of the Battle of El Alamein in this 28-page full colour booklet. This booklet features two sets of these exquisite stamps and additional issue text .
Product Code: ABM36
Product Issue Date: 21st February 2023
The Battle of El Alamein including the Manx Regiment and Field Marshall Erwin Rommel, all beautifully presented in this vibrant terracotta decorative pane.