Explore a detailed snapshot of 1836 postal history that catalogs every post office, its postmaster, and how far it stood from the nation’s capital and state capitals.
This edition offers a window into how mail moved across the United States in the early days of the republic.
This reference work lists offices in alphabetical order by state and county, pairing each location with the responsible postmaster and the miles from important hubs. It’s a precise, data‑driven record that highlights the reach of the early postal network and the people who ran it. Ideal for researchers, collectors, and anyone fascinated by historic communication routes.
- Alphabetical listings of post offices by state and county
- Postmasters’ names and the distance from major capitals
- Historical context for the postal system in 1836
- Help understanding how mail routes connected communities
Ideal for readers of historical reference works, local history enthusiasts, and those curious about early American infrastructure.