US 1879 Winfield Scott (1786-1866) 24c. Official Scott. O103
Series: Official Stamps
Issued date: 01-01-1879 (dd/mm/yyyy)
Face value: 24c.
Emission: Official/Service (Interior)
Watermark: No Watermark
Catalogue No:-
Scott (USA): O103
Printer: The American Bank Note Co.
Stamp Colors: Bright vermilion
Perforation: line 12
Paper: Soft porous paper
Themes: Politicians, Famous People, Generals, Military Officers
Issued date: 01-01-1879 (dd/mm/yyyy)
Face value: 24c.
Emission: Official/Service (Interior)
Watermark: No Watermark
Catalogue No:-
Scott (USA): O103
Printer: The American Bank Note Co.
Stamp Colors: Bright vermilion
Perforation: line 12
Paper: Soft porous paper
Themes: Politicians, Famous People, Generals, Military Officers
Description:- Winfield Scott (1786-1866) was an American military commander and political candidate. He served as a general in the United States Army from 1814 to 1861, taking part in the War of 1812, the Mexican–American War, the early stages of the American Civil War and conflicts with Native Americans. Scott was the Whig Party's presidential nominee in the 1852 election, but was defeated by Democrat Franklin Pierce. He was known as Old Fuss and Feathers for his insistence on proper military etiquette, as well as the Grand Old Man of the Army for his many years of service.
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winfield_Scott
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winfield_Scott