J-21 and 22 November 24, 1970 commemorated the 50th anniversary of the DAV and also the world's concern about the U.S. Prisoners of War and those Missing in Action. The two stamps were printed se-tenant on the same sheet.
J-21 The First Day Ceremonies for the POW stamp was held in Montgomery, Alabama, at Maxwell Airforce Base. About 2/3 of the U.S. POW's are Air Force Personnel. The se-tenant pair of stamps are matched with a mint pair mounted in the reverse of the cover, with the POW stamp on the right. The painting of the "lamp in the window" represents the hopes and prayers of the families and friends waiting for word about their loved ones and their hopeful safe return. The numis is the BU 1970D $0.25. 25 produced.
J-22 The First Day Ceremonies for the DAV stamps was held in Cincinnati, Ohio, headquarters for the DAV. The se-tenant pair of stamps has the DAV on the right and is matched with a mint pair mounted in the reverse of the cover. A 1970D $0.25 is mounted in the center of the painting of the Purple Heart, where the bust of Washington appears on the medal itself. 25 produced.
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