GREENSBORO – Referred to as the Father of Black Aviation, Chief Flight Instructor of the prestigious Tuskegee Airmen C. Alfred “Chief” Anderson will be the subject of a special stamp event on Friday, August 1, 6 pm at the International Civil Rights Center and Museum, 134 South Elm Street. The dedication ceremony, presented by ICRCM and the U.S. Postal Service, is part of the Center’s First Friday events in downtown Greensboro and is free of charge.

Anderson also has been referred to as the Charles Lindbergh of Black Aviation for his record-breaking flights that inspired other African-Americans to become pilots. His son, Charles Anderson, a resident of Greensboro, will be the special guest speaker, and will be joined by Lacy Ward, Executive Director, ICRCM, Greensboro Postmaster and dedicating official Ronnie White, Haw River Postmaster Annette Radcliffe, and a host of civic and community leaders.

“The Postal Service is proud to honor Charles Alfred ‘Chief’ Anderson, a Black aviation pioneer who inspired, motivated and educated thousands of young people in aviation careers, including the famed Tuskegee Airmen of World War II,” said White. “Their accomplishments ranked them as one of the elite fighter groups during the war and their heroism will forever be an important part of our country’s history and heritage.”

As the 15th stamp in the Postal Service’s Distinguished American Series, the 70-cent First-Class stamp, available in sets of 20, is good for First-Class Mail weighing up to 2 ounces. Customers may purchase the stamps at usps.com/stamps, at 800-STAMP24 (800-782-6724), at Post Offices nationwide or at ebay.com/stamps. Some stamps and keepsakes will be available at the event.

For information, contact ICRCM at www.sitinmovement.org/index.asp or call 336-668-1257