Reason For Issue
The Brunel stamps were issued to commemorate the bicentenary of the birth of Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Widely recognised as one of the greats of the Industrial age, the stamps celebrate Brunel's achievements in the spheres of bridge building, tunnels, Paddington Station and ship building.
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