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1936 (16 Oct) International airmail cover from Bordeaux (France) to Chungking (China), franked with 2.25fr (France), canceled by Bordeaux R.P. Avion cds postmark, Via Paris R.P. Avion cds postmark October 17, 1936. Via Canton October 31, 1936. Arrive in Chungking, сhinese cds military postmark of arrival, November 1, 1936

France & Colonies / France (1931-1960)


The cover is an exceptional French naval rarity. It is addressed to the ship's surgeon of the French naval vessel, the river gunboat Francis Garnier. This ship was part of a special patrol on the Yangtze River in China to protect French citizens and trade interests during the volatile interwar period.

Catalog: Michel 307
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Auction 58
October 12 - 26, 2026
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