International Red Cross Centenary - 20 millieme
Issued in 1963, this stamp commemorates the 100th anniversary of the International Red Cross Movement, founded in 1863 to provide humanitarian assistance to victims of war, natural disasters, and other emergencies. The centenary was observed worldwide by Red Cross and Red Crescent societies, honoring a century of humanitarian service dedicated to alleviating suffering, protecting human life, and promoting humanitarian principles across national boundaries.
By issuing this commemorative stamp, the United Kingdom of Libya expressed its support for the work of the Libyan Red Crescent and the broader International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The issue highlighted the importance of humanitarian aid, voluntary service, medical assistance, and international cooperation in helping vulnerable populations, while celebrating a century of efforts to improve human welfare around the world.
By issuing this commemorative stamp, the United Kingdom of Libya expressed its support for the work of the Libyan Red Crescent and the broader International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The issue highlighted the importance of humanitarian aid, voluntary service, medical assistance, and international cooperation in helping vulnerable populations, while celebrating a century of efforts to improve human welfare around the world.