80 Years of the Liechtenstein Red Cross

For 80 years now, the Liechtenstein Red Cross has been putting its activities at the service of humanity. With the two special stamps “Rescue” (face value CHF 1.20) and “Protect” (face value CHF 1.90), we are focusing on the long tradition of helping people at home and abroad.

The organization was founded in 1945 on the initiative of H.S.H. Princess Gina von und zu Liechtenstein. This was prompted by the plight of refugees on the Principality's border, where thousands of people were seeking help in the final days of the war. Since then, various aid structures have grown under the umbrella of the Liechtenstein Red Cross, whose presidency was passed on to H.S.H. Princess Marie in 1985 and Hereditary Princess Sophie in 2015.

The rescue service and blood donation campaigns have also become an integral part of the Red Cross just like the services for mothers and fathers. In addition to foreign aid and courses, the LRC also runs “Haus Gamander”. Founded in 1956 as a children's home for domestic orphans, it has been available to children from war and crisis zones for a vacation stay since 1992. During their three-week vacation, the children can spend a carefree time here in Liechtenstein.