Episode 26: The History of the US Postal Service: From Horseback to High-Tech

27/10/2025 8 min Temporada 1 Episodio 26

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Join Shaimond on 'It Started Somewhere' as we dive into the fascinating history of the US Postal Service. From its humble beginnings at a Boston tavern in 1639 to becoming the largest logistical network outside the military, discover how America's postal system evolved. Learn how Benjamin Franklin revolutionized mail delivery, how postal innovations kept pace with national growth, and how modern services continue to adapt in a digital world. This episode highlights the incredible journey of an institution that has kept America connected, one letter at a time.00:00 Introduction: The Ubiquity of Mail00:35 Early Beginnings: Colonial Postal System01:06 Benjamin Franklin's Reforms01:43 Post-Revolution Developments02:43 19th Century Innovations04:07 The Advent of Free Delivery04:59 20th Century Transformations06:10 Modern Era: Adapting to Change07:39 Conclusion: The Ever-Evolving Postal Service

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