Business History Objects

Dates: 1.1.2009 to 31.12.2009. All of the collections reflect the development of the postal service but this section tells you about those which also illustrate the history of the Post Office and Royal Mail as a business. Our collection illustrates the changing face of Royal Mail from its conception in 1635 until the present day. In 1635 King Charles I as King of England opened up his private mail carrying service for use by the public. It became known as The Royal Mail. That service developed over the 370 years since then into the company we know today. In that time, despite many changes, Royal Mail has always maintained a public presence that is instantly recognisable, most particularly with the GPO, The Post Office and Royal Mail.

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