1962 Battle of Shiloh First Day Cover Civil War Centennial FDC Block of 4 Stamps

This First Day Cover commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Shiloh, postmarked April 9, 1962 in Shiloh, Tennessee. The cachet features a Civil War cannon illustration and printed address to Lakewood, Colorado. Affixed are four matching 4¢ stamps depicting Union and Confederate soldiers in combat, issued for the Civil War Centennial series. Back flap is unsealed, and insert card from C. Reitter of Detroit is included.

Shipped from Alaska with care—most packages arrive in 5–9 business days. We ask for a little grace if delays occur due to weather or barge schedules. Every item is inspected before listing, and any flaws are clearly photographed or described to the best of our ability. All orders typically ship the next business day. Cover is clean with light handling wear; stamps are firmly affixed and postmark is crisp.

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