The United States Post Office
Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast
11/19/22
•17m
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One of the oldest federal institutions in the country, the Post Office is as American as apple pie. Originally intended as a method to ensure communication between the colonies and Britain, the post office has evolved and expanded right along with the nation itself.
So this week I am diving into the history of the post office. When was it started? How was it changed over the years? And is it something we still need?
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