Southern Command

[Malcolm Cole]

I have two KGVI [attach id=6565]Southern Command.jpg[/attach] British India stamps as per scan with the standard SERVICE overprint, but which also show a "Southern Command" cancellation. Does this have any military significance?

[Peter Harvey]

Hi Malcolm,

I did a quick google search and the Indian Army Southern Command is located at Pune (Poona), so yes I would suggest the stamp are cancelled with the Army Southern Command datestamp, likely used at the command APO.

Regards Peter

[Malcolm Cole]

Thanks Peter,
I obviously didn't Google the right thing!
Much appreciated.
Malcolm