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Object Details

Description
In 1941 Pan American Airways announced the first direct airmail service between Liberia (which was founded by freed American slaves) and the United States. To celebrate the inaugural flight, the Liberian Post Office overprinted existing stamps. Then, at the last minute, Pan Am postponed the flight until 1942.
Data Source
National Postal Museum
Date
1941
Medium
paper; ink (magenta)
Dimensions
Height x Width: 1 5/8 x 1 1/8 in. (4.1 x 2.8 cm)
Type
Postage Stamps
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