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Detailed explanation-1: -"The first ever joint issue of commemorative postage stamps between India and Vietnam on the theme of ancient architecture is a symbol of strong friendship between the two countries,” AN Nanda, Secretary, Department of Posts, said at the stamp release event.

Detailed explanation-2: -The first adhesive postage stamp, commonly referred to as the Penny Black, was issued in the United Kingdom in 1840.

Detailed explanation-3: -The First Stamp of Independent India was issued on 21 November 1947. It depicts the Indian Flag with the patriots’ slogan, Jai Hind (Long Live India), on the top right hand corner. It was valued at three and one-half annas.

Detailed explanation-4: -Tamil Nadu Governor Shri. R.N.Ravi to Release Ondiveeran Commemorative Postal Stamp tomorrow. Commemorative postage stamp on Indian freedom fighter Ondiveeran will be released at a function in Tirunelveli on August 20, 2022. Dr L.

Detailed explanation-5: -The United States 15-cent black stamp of 1866 depicts Abraham Lincoln and was the first stamp issued after his assassination in 1865, but it was not officially declared as a memorial to him.