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Mail on Rails: History of the Railroad Post Office

Train Exhibit Gallery Talk by Rudy Daniels

Reliable mail service was a high priority in our country’s early years and as rail networks expanded, they were seen as the best way to move mail and small freight parcels. Special cars were outfitted for mail service.

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