We are proud to add new and revised exhibits by Jerry Miller, to our website. His exhibit German Intervention in China has been updated to a newer version. In addition, we have added his exhibit on the Post-WWI Allied Occupation of the Rhineland: Watch on the Rhine, the “Via Siberia” exhibit, and the German Occupation of Guernsey and …
New Article: Roster of the U. S. Army in North Russia, 1918-1919
We are proud to host the Roster of U. S. Army Soldiers in North Russia, 1918-1919 by Howard L. Weinert, who has generously provided the roster to the Society.
Back Issues and Index of the MPHS ‘Bulletin’
Searchable electronic (PDF) copies of nearly all of the back issues of the Bulletin are now available for download by the general public. Issues of the Bulletin from the most recent 5 years, however, are only available to MPHS MEMBERS. The easiest way to access the back issues, is through the Master Index. See: the …
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MPHS Zoom Presentation, October 22, 2022
The Military Postal History Society featured a Presentation On Saturday October 22, 2022, using Zoom. This MPHS zoom presentation was the 7th in our series and was made by long time MPHS member and Board representative Earl Toops. A brief description of his presentation follows: THE CHALLENGES OF EXIBITING VIET CONG* MATERIAL: An in-depth look …
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Opening of the “Al Kugel Room”
Alfred F. Kugel, 1930 – 2022 Al Kugel of Hinsdale, Ill, died May 11, 2022 at age 91. A Life Member of the MPHS,Al served our Society as a director, vice-president and president. At the time of his death, Alhad the lowest membership number (434) of any active member. Al was associated with many philatelic …
MPHS Zoom Presentation, June 25, 2022
The MPHS hosted a well-attended Zoom presentation on June 25, 2022. Topic: MPHS Zoom Presentation: “So, what do you do for 5 years in a POW camp?” For more information, please go to the link: http://militaryphs.org/presentations/zoom_seminars/pow_2022_06_25.pdf
MPHS Auction #222 is Now Closed
The closing date for this auction was 31 March 2022. The Society has decided to attempt one more auction in late 2022. Based on the recent low level of participation, the Society may cancel all future auctions. You can find the lot listings online at: http://militaryphs.org/auctions/sale222 Lot images are available for viewing at: http://militaryphs.org/auctions/sale222/images.html Questions …
MPHS Zoom Presentation, April 9, 2022
The MPHS hosted a well-attended Zoom meeting on April 9, 2022. Topic: MPHS Zoom Presentation: British Military post Abroad – Jamie Smith with Adel BulpittIt is hoped that the MPHS will be able to post links to Jamie Smith’s video, which made up the primary presentation seen on the 9th. He has offered us access …
New Propaganda-Related Articles Added to MPHS Website
The author of these articles, Herbert A. Friedman, has given the MPHS permission to reproduce their content on the MPHS website. We hope to add more of his articles in the future. The Operation Cornflakes article can be accessed at http://militaryphs.org/articles/propaganda/cornflakes The British Black Propaganda article can be accessed at http://militaryphs.org/articles/propaganda/british/ The OSS Black Propaganda …
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MPHS Zoom Presentation, February 19, 2022
Your Society held a special Zoom presentation by MPHS member Kurt Stauffer on February 19, 2022. A very good international group of attendees was present. Several attendees provided useful feedback. Kurt’s presentation is entitled: “World War II Postal History of American Pow’s in Stalag 17B”. The original announcement text is available at: http://militaryphs.org/presentations/zoom_seminars/Stalag_17B.pdf