Issued by the People’s Republic of China in 1949, this high-denomination 70,000 yuan stamp commemorates the 22nd Anniversary of the People’s Liberation Army (1927–1949). The design features a powerful marching column of PLA soldiers carrying the historic “八一” (August 1st) military flag, symbolizing the Nanchang Uprising. Above them appear portraits of senior revolutionary leaders, reflecting the stamp’s strong propaganda role during China’s early post-liberation period. Printed in a striking orange-red monochrome, it stands among the iconic high-inflation issues released shortly before the currency reform. A historically significant and desirable early PRC commemorative.