The Story of Our Post Office [Electronic Resource] The Greatest Government Department in All Its Phases

This account of the US Postal Service provides readers with a comprehensive history of the origins, development, and operation of one of America's most vital government departments. Marshall Cushing's exhaustive research covers everything from post offices, the mail system, and transportation methods used to deliver mail, the introduction of stamps, and the development of the service in America. It also covers how different presidents and postmasters have dramatically altered the department over the years. It is an enjoyable read and an essential resource for those interested in the history of the American Postal Service.

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