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Message from His Excellency the Governor-General

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    Recto: Colour illustration of four central flags (United Kingdom, United States, Russia, China) enclosed by a laurel wreath. Surrounding this are 19 emblems of various countries - Kiwi (New Zealand), Kangaroo (Australia), maple leaf (Canada), Rooster (France).

    Inside: Message from Governor-General, Cyril Louis Newall. Illustration by Russell Clarke of a soldiers under seige, intended to depict the heroic actions of Charles Upham.

    Verso: Message about VE Day (Victory in Europe).

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  • Other Id

    17016 (Presto content ID)

    EPH-W2-9-9 (Reference Number)

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