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Today in History: United States establishes Postmaster General office

9/22/2025

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On September 22, 1789, the United States Congress established the office of Postmaster General. This pivotal role was created to oversee the nation's postal service, ensuring efficient communication across the growing country. The Postmaster General would manage postal routes, services, and personnel, laying the foundation for the modern postal system in the United States.

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On September 22, 1789, the United States Congress established the office of Postmaster General. This pivotal role was created to oversee the nation's postal service, ensuring efficient communication across the growing country. The Postmaster General would manage postal routes, services, and personnel, laying the foundation for the modern postal system in the United States.