25 Years of the Manx Aviation and Military Museum Set

This six-stamp set commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Manx Aviation and Military Museum, capturing the Island’s aviation and military heritage. Each stamp represents a significant aspect of the Museum’s collections, from World War I and II service personnel to civil aviation milestones.

Stamps feature notable figures such as Lieutenant Colonel John Douglas Clague, highlighting acts of bravery and leadership during global conflict. Others depict the Manx Regiment, RAF and Royal Navy training facilities, and aircraft used to defend shipping and airspace. Civil aviation is represented by historic aircraft and the distinctive Manx Airlines turboprop, illustrating the Island’s aviation evolution.

The set also reflects the Museum’s wide-ranging exhibits, including model soldiers, crash artefacts, and rare items such as a surrendered Japanese officer’s sword from 1945.

Offered in pristine mint condition, the set is suitable for collectors of military, aviation, or Manx history. It provides a unique lens into the Island’s contributions to global events, the bravery of its people, and the evolution of aviation, all presented in a collectible format ready for display.