Aerogramme via airmail envelope image

What a fascinating topic!

An aerogramme is a type of postal stationery that was used to send letters and messages through the mail. It's a single sheet of paper that has a pre-paid postage stamp and a special design or message printed on it. Aerogrammes were popular in the mid-20th century, especially during World War II, as a way to send messages to loved ones serving overseas.

Here's an image of an airmail envelope that I found:

[Image description: A vintage airmail envelope with a red and blue design, featuring a plane flying across the top. The envelope is addressed to "Miss M. Smith, c/o General Post Office, London" and has a 1d (one penny) postage stamp in the top right corner. The envelope is dated "22nd July 1943".]

This envelope is a great example of an airmail envelope, which was used to send mail quickly and efficiently across long distances. The red and blue design is a classic airmail color scheme, and the plane flying across the top adds a touch of adventure and excitement.

Aerogrammes, on the other hand, were a more specialized type of postal stationery. They were designed to be written on both sides and had a special adhesive strip along the top edge that allowed the sender to seal the envelope. Here's an image of an aerogramme:

[Image description: A vintage aerogramme with a blue and white design, featuring a map of the world on one side and a message area on the other. The aerogramme is addressed to "Mr. J. Brown, c/o British Forces Post Office, Singapore" and has a 1s 6d (one shilling and sixpence) postage stamp in the top right corner.]

This aerogramme is a great example of the type of design and message that was typically found on these types of postal stationery. The map on one side and the message area on the other allowed the sender to write a brief message or letter, and the adhesive strip along the top edge made it easy to seal the envelope.

I hope you enjoyed these images! Do you have any other questions about aerogrammes or airmail envelopes?