USPS: Honoring 250 years of connection
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July 3, 2026 1:00 AM
As Postmaster of the Coeur d’Alene Post Office, I am proud to join our community in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary and the enduring role the Postal Service has played in connecting our nation.
On July 26, 1775, before the Declaration of Independence was signed, the Second Continental Congress created a national postal system and appointed Benjamin Franklin as the first Postmaster General. That early decision helped the colonies share information, support commerce, and strengthen the bonds of a new nation.
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