How the Postal Service Helped America Conquer Its Western Frontier
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This week on Mailin’ It, we’re joined by special guest Cameron Blevins, Associate Professor of U.S. History and Digital Humanities at the University of Colorado Denver. Join us as we unpack the 1800s and the Postal Services' role in westward expansion. We’ll also talk about the impact of this growth on Indigenous populations and more!
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