FREE: 1929 2c International Civil Aeronautics Conference Commemorative stamp Scott #649

The listing, 1929 2c International Civil Aeronautics Conference Commemorative stamp Scott #649 has ended.

Up for auction is a nice 1928 2c cancelled stamp commemorating the International Civil Aeronautics Conference on Dec. 12, 13, 14, 1929 This stamp is in good condition from a smoke free home.

President Calvin Coolidge wanted to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Wright Brothers' historic flight and to further establish the US as a leader in aviation.

A total of 77 official and 39 unofficial delegates from foreign countries attended, in addition to the 12 official American delegates, 43 technical representatives, 238 representatives, and 32 committee members, for a total official attendance of 441. Although no important decisions were made, its purpose was "to provide an opportunity for a interchange of views upon problems pertaining to aircraft in international commerce and trade."