z(GRE-216) GREECE 1947 Cover from 401 Milit. Hospital to USA with SG 648(7), 661

Based on the visual features of the stamps and envelopes provided, here are the details regarding their origins and history:

Envelope Analysis

Air Mail Markings: A blue label with "BY AIR MAIL" and its Greek equivalent "ΑΕΡΟΠΟΡΙΚΩΣ".

Addressee: It is addressed to Dr. Croutiris at 30 E Main St, Mount Kisco, N.Y., U.S.A.. from 401 Military Hospital in Athens

Stamp Details

The back of the envelope features a block of six green Greek stamps, each with a denomination of 250 drachmas. An additional orange/brown stamp with a higher denomination is placed separately on the right.

Green Stamps (Multiple): These 250 Drachmae stamps depict the Battle of Pindus (1946) during the Greco-Italian War. They show women carrying supplies over mountains, a common theme in Greek philately commemorating WWII.

Overprints: The top envelope includes a 50 Drachmae stamp with a surcharge, often used during periods of high inflation or postal rate changes.


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