For 250 years, wherever the U.S. military has gone, the United States Postal Service has followed — serving as a vital link between the front lines and the home front.
As the Navy, Army and Marine Corps celebrate their 250th anniversaries this year, the USPS marked the same milestone last month — reflecting a shared legacy of service and history.
“Ever since George Washington and Benjamin Franklin were appointed to lead the Army and the post office, we’ve had a partnership built on service to the American people,” USPS historian Steve Kochersperger told Stars and Stripes.
In May, the USPS released three new commemorative stamps this year for the birthdays of the Navy, Army and Marine Corps as a tribute to honor their service, sacrifice and dedication to the country.
“Two hundred and fifty years is a remarkable achievement,” Kochersperger said. He added that he hopes to see the USPS continue its relationship with the military in the future.
