Luxemburg
Stamps of 1940
Luxemburg was invaded by the German Army in May 1940 and was annexed to the Third Reich until its eventual liberation in Sept 1944. The country was initially placed under a military administration but control was later passed to a civilian government before finally being directly annexed to the Third Reich.
Michel 1 to 16
"Hindenburg Medallions"
Issued: 1st Oct 1940. Regular German Empire Hindenburg Medallion stamps (Michel 513 to 528) with black 'Luxemburg' overprint.
Michel 17 to 20
"Luxemburg Stamps with new values"
Issued: 5th Dec 1940. Regular issue Luxemburg stamps with new values overprinted in black.
