The year 2014 marked the 50th anniversary of the first year of operation of the Germany & Colonies Philatelic Society following the amalgamation of the Germany & Colonies Stamp Club (established 1947) and the Stockton German Study Group (1960).
The G&CPS celebrated its inaugural year in 1964 with the first Germania Posta philatelic exhibition held in Stockton.
A friend of mine who unfortunately at present does not have access to computer or e-mail has asked me to post a request for anyone worldwide with an interest in German ships, mail etc to contact him directly with a view to exchanging ideas and doing research etc. His main speciality is the Heron War 1904-07 but would love to make contact with any other collectors interested in ship mail and also T.P.O's
Mr John Knight
57 Belle Vue Road
Southend on Sea
Essex SS24JE
United Kingdom.
Home Tel. 01702-306730
It may take a while for John to reply as he is self-employed but if need be messages can be sent through my e-mail address listed above.
