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On April 7th, 1945, one of the most significant naval battles of World War II unfolded in the waters off the coast of Japan. This day marked the tragic sinking of the Japanese battleship Yamato, a symbol of Japanese naval power and pride. Today, we commemorate this historic event through the lens of postage stamps, exploring how the sinking of Battleship Yamato is immortalized in philately and reflecting on its enduring significance in naval history. Commissioned in 1941, the Yamato was the flagship of the Imperial Japanese Navy and the largest battleship ever constructed. With its massive size, formidable armament,...