Mail Delivery
First Highway Post Office
On February 10, 1941, the first Highway Post Office began service in the United States.
Parcel Post Service Begins
On January 1, 1913, the US Post Office Department initiated its Parcel Post Service for fourth-class mail. The stamps were short-lived but have long been praised for their detail and fine engraving.
First Nationwide Coil Stamp Issued
On December 29, 1908, the US Post Office Department issued its first coil stamps on a national scale.
First and Only U.S. Registration Stamp
On December 1, 1911, the U.S. Post Office Department issued its first and only Registration stamp.
Marines Ordered to Guard Mail
On November 7, 1921, President Warren G. Harding ordered 2,200 Marines to guard the mail in the wake of a series of daring mail robberies.
First U.S. Automated Post Office
On October 20, 1960, America’s first automated post office opened in Providence, Rhode Island.
First Overland Mail Delivery
On October 10, 1858, the first shipment of overland mail arrived in San Francisco.
The Hawaiian Missionaries
On October 1, 1851, the legendary Hawaiian Missionaries were first placed on sale.
First Stamp with Pre-Announced First Day of Issue
On July 12, 1922, the U.S. Post Office Department issued its first stamp with an announced first day of issue. Prior to this event, the Post Office Department didn’t usually designate specific dates for the issue of new stamps.