2023 Issue 9 Legacy 100 Centenary of Service 1923-2023 PNC with RAM Legacy $1 with Memorial Effigy

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2023 Issue 9 Legacy 100 Centenary of Service 1923-2023 PNC with RAM Legacy $1 with Memorial Effigy (Limits apply)

Limited to 7,500

Legacy was established in Melbourne 100 years ago to provide services to the families of Australian Defence Force Members who lost their life or health in World War 1.  Some 60,000 Service Personnel were killed and more than 150,000 were wounded, leaving tens of thousands of veterans, partners & children without adequate support in the wake of the war.

Today there are 44 Legacy Clubs throughout Australia and one in London, providing emotional,social & financial support to the families of veterans of World War II, The Korean War, Malayan Emergency, Vietnam War, Campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan and peacekeeping operations.  43,000 Individuals & familes accross Australia are supported by over 3,600 volunteer members or Legatees.

Legacy week takes place every year in September to raise funds through the sale of badges & other items.

Stamp & Cover design: Janet Boschen   with Photographs: courtesy of Legacy.

As part of the 2023 Centenary celebrations - the Legacy Centenary Torch Relay 2023 will take place from coast to coast in a journey spanning more than 55,000 kilometres 100 locations and approx. 1500 Torch Bearers. Beginning in Pozieres, France in the lead up to the ANZAC Day 2023, the Centenary Torch will travel to the Legacy Club in London before stopping at the 44 Legacy Clubs throughout Australia.