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The History of Owney the Postal Dog, Mascot of the Railway Mail Service

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Nov 2, 2015

On an autumn day in 1888, a shaggy pup took his first step toward becoming a postal legend when he crept into the Albany, New York Post Office. The postal workers soon took a liking to the dog’s friendly demeanor …

In the Community, Inside USPS

Get to Know USPS History Expert Jenny Lynch

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Oct 9, 2015

Meet the Keeper of USPS History, Jenny Lynch This year marks the Postal Service’s 240th anniversary. That’s a lot of history to keep track of – but luckily, USPS Historian Jenny Lynch is pretty incredible at her job. She has …

In the Community, USPS Did You Know & Tips

What is the History Behind the Unofficial USPS Motto?

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Sep 11, 2015

While the Postal Service has no official motto, the popular belief that it does is a tribute to America’s postal workers. “Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their …