Royal Mail Unsung Heroes -- Women of World War II

ROYAL MAIL on 5 May 2022 issued a series of first day cover stamps and a souvenir sheet honouring the  "Unsung Heroes -- Women of World War II". 

A superbly compiled collectible pack showcasing stamps, images and stories recall the range of wartime roles undertaken by women across the UK and around the world. This fact-packed two-sided publication was written by prominent Professor Lucy Noakes. It details the contribution and courage of British women in wartime

Featured is the iconic image of Her Majesty The Queen (then Princess Elizabeth) working as a mechanic in the Auxiliary Territorial Service. All 10 Special Stamps are included alongside a separate Miniature Sheet carrier card with four stamps depicting ‘Spitfire Women’ from the Air Transport Auxiliary.