Established in 1775, when the Second Continental Congress appointed Benjamin Franklin as postmaster general, the postal service predates the United States itself.

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The United States Postal Service marks 250 years since its founding on July 26, 1775. “On July 26th, we proudly observe the 250th Anniversary of the United States Postal Service and mark two and a ...

The U.S. Postal Service launched the USPS Stamp Encore Contest on July 26, 2025, inviting the public to vote for a classic ...

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"In any scenario, the Postal Service is going to play a key role for the American people and their communication," said David ...

Postal clerks and carriers at the U.S. Post Office in downtown Santa Cruz celebrated the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Postal Service Friday morning with cake and a customary group photo outside ...

Amid financial problems and workforce reductions, the U.S. Postal Service is celebrating 250 years of history.

The United States Postal Service is celebrating its 250th anniversary with two new stamps and a retired stamp voting contest.