WASHINGTON<\/strong> \u2014 112\/03\/25 – The U.S. Postal Service highlights its long and proud history of ensuring a vital connection between American service members and their loved ones back home. From the battlefields of the Revolutionary War to modern-day global operations, the mission to deliver mail to the military has remained a cornerstone of U.S. postal history and a crucial morale booster.<\/p>\n \u201cEver since George Washington and Benjamin Franklin were appointed to lead the Army and the Post Office, we\u2019ve had a strong partnership built on service to the American people,\u201d said USPS Historian Steve Kochersperger. \u201cWhen away from home, to get a handwritten card or letter that was in the hands of your loved one just a few days before, maybe it even has a smear of lipstick or a scent of their perfume \u2014 no email can do that.\u201d<\/p>\n The tradition of supporting military mail runs deep. During the Civil War, the Post Office Department coordinated with the U.S. Army to organize mail flow, recognizing its immense value in maintaining troop morale. A \u201cSoldier’s Letter\u201d program was introduced that allowed soldiers to send letters without stamps, with payment collected from the recipient, ensuring communication was not hindered by lack of postage. In addition, postal money orders allowed soldiers to securely send money back home, and absentee ballots allowed them to cast their votes from distant battlefields.<\/p>\n The system evolved dramatically with the scale of global conflicts:<\/p>\n Today, the Postal Service provides specific guidance and resources for families and friends sending care packages to military addresses. Free military shipping kits, addressing tips, and APO\/FPO\/DPO-specific restrictions are available to help bridge the distance. To learn more about current military mail guidelines and access shipping supplies, visit the\u00a0USPS Military & Diplomatic Mail information page<\/a>.<\/p>\n Lastly, from the Revolutionary War through the Afghanistan conflict, the Postal Service has a long history of providing career opportunities to veterans, reservists and their family members. USPS is proud to be one of the\u00a0largest civilian employers<\/a>\u00a0of America\u2019s veterans. Their dedication, discipline and commitment to service enriches our organization and strengthens our connection to the communities we serve.<\/p>\n Postal Products<\/strong><\/p>\n Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the\u00a0Postal Store<\/em><\/a>\u00a0at\u00a0usps.com\/shopstamps<\/em><\/a>, by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through by mail through\u00a0Summer 2025 Catalog \u2014 Stamps Forever<\/em><\/a>\u00a0or at Post Office locations nationwide. For officially licensed stamp products, shop the\u00a0USPS Officially Licensed Collection on Amazon<\/em><\/a>. Additional information on stamps, first-day-of-issue ceremonies and stamp-inspired products can be found at\u00a0StampsForever.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n # # #<\/p>\n The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to more than 170 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is celebrating its 250th year of service to customers amidst a network modernization plan aimed at restoring long-term financial sustainability, improving service, and maintaining the organization as one of America\u2019s most valued and trusted brands.<\/p>\n The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.<\/p>\n\n
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