Mexico 1940 National Census Issue

Mexico · 1940 · 2c

This stamp was issued to commemorate the 6th National Census of Mexico. The design features an allegorical female figure representing statistics, holding a tablet and quill, superimposed over a map of Mexico. The text reads 'SEXTO CENSO GENERAL DE POBLACION 1940' (Sixth General Census of Population 1940).

Issued during the presidency of Lázaro Cárdenas, the 1940 census was a significant national event aimed at gathering demographic and economic data to guide public policy and development.