Postal Revolution
A groundbreaking shift in postal services occurred when distance delivery charges were eliminated and pricing was simplified by weight. This radical approach made mailing affordable for the working class, leading to a dramatic increase in letter volume. The introduction of the Penny Black stamp marked a pivotal moment in postal history, paving the way for global postal agreements and the establishment of the Universal Postal Union.In this clip
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