1967 6c Air Mail Postal Card, Boy Scout Jamboree

Issued in 1967, this First Day Cover commemorates the 12th World Jamboree of the Boy Scouts, the first time the global Scouting event was held in the United States. The Jamboree took place at Farragut State Park in Idaho from August 1–9, 1967, bringing together Scouts from nearly 100 nations and territories. The event also marked the 60th anniversary of the first Scout encampment organized by Sir Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the Boy Scout movement.

The cover features the colorful 6¢ United States Air Mail stamp depicting mountain scenery and the Scout fleur-de-lis, symbolizing the international spirit of Scouting. It is tied by a clear Farragut State Park, Idaho first day of issue postmark dated August 4, 1967, directly linking the cover to the historic event location. The cachet includes detailed text explaining the significance of the Jamboree, along with a large fleur-de-lis emblem and balanced mid-century design elements typical of the era.

World Jamboree covers are especially popular with collectors of Scout memorabilia, U.S. First Day Covers, and topical themes related to youth organizations and international cooperation. This cover captures a moment when Scouting brought together young people from around the world during a pivotal decade, making it both a nostalgic keepsake and an important piece of modern postal history.