SOLOMON ISLANDS themed Bi-centenary of American Independence highlighted allied victory of WWII in the Pacific. This First Day Cover featured four stamps with denominations of 6, 20, 35, and 45 cents, each depicting scenes or figures related to American history. A map of Guadalcanal and Savo Island highlighted locations relevant to World War II and the relationship between the Solomon Islands and the United States.
This cover was issued by the Philatelic Bureau in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Island. The postmarked originated from Honiara and dated 4 July 1977, during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, before the nation's independence from Britain.
The stamps featured events in the Battle of Guadalcanal:
- Coast Watchers
- The Japanese destroyer Amagiri ramming PT-109 commanded by Lt. John F. Kennedy
- Map of Guadalcanal and Savo Islands
- Henderson Airfield
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