1951 Pan American Games, Buenos Aires

Argentina · 1951 · 20c

A blue stamp depicting a stylized athlete in motion, possibly a discus thrower, with the inscription 'JUEGOS DEPORTIVOS PANAMERICANOS' and 'BUENOS AIRES 1951'.

This stamp commemorates the inaugural Pan American Games, a major multi-sport event for athletes from the Americas, which were held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1951.