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How The Swingin’ Six Helped Introduce ZIP Codes to the American Public

Along with Mr. Zip, The Swingin’ Six made ZIP codes mainstream.

How The Swingin’ Six Helped Introduce ZIP Codes to the American Public

11 Controversial Stamps

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11 Controversial Stamps

Charities Around the World Would Love to Have Your Used Stamps

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Charities Around the World Would Love to Have Your Used Stamps

The Shipping Deadlines You Should Know if You Want Your Christmas Gifts to Arrive on Time

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The Shipping Deadlines You Should Know if You Want Your Christmas Gifts to Arrive on Time

In the Early 1900s, the United States Postal Service Would Let You Mail a Child

A postal carrier with a special delivery.

13 Burning Mail-In Ballot Questions, Answered

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Absentee Ballot vs. Mail-In Ballot: What’s the Difference?

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San Pedro, California Is Home to the Country’s Only Volunteer-Run Post Office

A vintage postcard of San Pedro, California.

The U.S. Postal Service Is Struggling—Buying Stamps Can Help

Inclement weather doesn't stop them, but a lack of funding could.

June 10 Is the Last Day to Buy Customized Postage Stamps—Here’s How to Order Them

You don't have to be famous to have your face on a postage stamp.

12 Things You Should Know About the United States Postal Service

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A Brief History of the Chain Letter

"If you can't participate in this chain letter you didn't ask for, let me know within five days so it will be fair to those participating!"

"Neither Snow Nor Rain ..." Is Not the United States Postal Service's Motto (or Policy)

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You Can Gift Your Favorite Nerd a Subscription to Famous Letters From History

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How to Keep Holiday Packages Safe from 'Porch Pirates'

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In 1959, the U.S. Postal Service Attempted to Deliver Mail via Missile

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