China Post issues stamps for 90th anniversary of Long March victory
China Post issued a set of six commemorative stamps on Thursday to mark the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army in the Long March.
A stamp titled "Embarking on the Journey" issued by China Post marks the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army in the Long March. /China Post
A stamp titled "Bloody Battle at the Xiangjiang River" issued by China Post marks the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army in the Long March. /China Post
A stamp titled "Zunyi Conference" issued by China Post marks the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army in the Long March. /China Post
The stamps, titled "Embarking on the Journey," "Bloody Battle at the Xiangjiang River," "Zunyi Conference," "Fierce Battle at Lazikou Pass," "Triumphant Reunion" and "Carrying Forward the Great Long March Spirit," trace the historic campaign from its beginning through fierce battles and a pivotal turning point to final victory and the enduring legacy of the Long March spirit.
A stamp titled "Fierce Battle at Lazikou Pass" issued by China Post marks the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army in the Long March. /China Post
A stamp titled "Triumphant Reunion" issued by China Post marks the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army in the Long March. /China Post
A stamp titled "Carrying Forward the Great Long March Spirit" issued by China Post marks the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army in the Long March. /China Post
Designed by Xia Jingqiu, the collection combines depictions of intense combat, landmark historical meetings and artistic interpretations of the Long March spirit. The design process involved repeated refinements to balance historical authenticity with artistic expression, bringing key moments in the epic journey to life within the limited space of each stamp.
A staff member at the China Philately shop in Lianyungang, east China's Jiangsu Province, shows off the newly issued set of commemorative stamps on October 22, 2026. /VCG
A buyer shows off the set of newly issued commemorative stamps purchased at the China Philately shop in Lianyungang, east China's Jiangsu Province, on October 22, 2026. /VCG
A total of 4.3 million sets have been planned for issuance, with the stamps available on sale for six months.