Posts Tagged ‘Science’

Civil Aviation – India

Civil Aviation - India

India post issued a set of stamps featuring the journey of the Civil Aviation in India, starting from the first commercial flight to its ubiquitous presence across the country with airports having world class facilities. Civil Aviation started in India when the French Pilot Monseigneur Piguet undertook the first commercial flight covering a distance of [...]

Phillip Law 1912-2010 – Australia

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Australia post issued a set of stamps to marks the centenary of the birth of Dr Phillip Law AC (1912-2010), one of Australia’s most experienced polar explorers. He was a pivotal fi gure in developing Australia’s Antarctic science program and in securing a commitment to the region. In his 19 years as an Antarctic explorer, [...]

Technology-Then and Now – Australia

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The technological revolution of the 21st century has touched the daily lives of most Australians. Mobile phones have revolutionized our daily communication. Unlike ?xed-line phones, today’s 4G phones can provide a myriad of functions including internet, video and audio, enabling us to be connected globally.

100th Anniversary of the Alishan Forest Railway

Alishan, with its beautiful natural scenery and rich ecological resources, is a world famous tourist destination. The Beimen to Erwanping section of Alishan Forest Railway officially opened to traffic on December 25, 1912. Along with the mountain’s sacred trees, sunrise, sunset, and sea of clouds, the railway is one of the “Five Wonders of Alishan.” [...]

50th Anniversary of the first RTÉ Broadcast

An Post issued three stamps commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the first Irish television broadcasts. The stamps feature TVs and a hand-held device, which evoke a sense of the Past, Present & Future. On the screens are iconic images of The Late Late Show host Gay Byrne, children’s TV presenter, Emma O’Driscoll, on the set [...]

Poles on the world

Polish post issued a set of four stamps featuring famous personalities of Poland.


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