Postmaster Collection

First airmail letter delivered, Windsor Castle
The first airmail letter ever to be delivered is handed to the Postmaster of Windsor, to whom it is addressed, on the East Lawn of Windsor Castle

Records of first UK aerial mail service
Thepostmasters official handwrittenrecordsrelatingto thefirst UKaerialmail service from London to Windsor andWindsor to LondoninSeptember1911. 1911

STAMP, 1845. New York Postmasters Provisional Stamp

Mail Coach on the Bath-London run collecting mail from Postmaster (right in nightcap) without stopping. Aquatint c1840
530705 Mail Coach on the Bath-London run collecting mail from Postmaster (right in nightcap) without stopping. Aquatint c1840.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

President Cleveland handing a paper to Henry Pearson, 1885
1576745 President Cleveland handing a paper to Henry Pearson, 1885; (add.info.: Consistent civil service reform' President Cleveland handing a paper that states "Re-appointment for Honesty)

A brave telephone operator in Etain, France, at her post despite heavy bombardment from the Germans (litho)
3252916 A brave telephone operator in Etain, France, at her post despite heavy bombardment from the Germans (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: A brave telephone operator in Etain, France)

Benjamin Franklin, 1800
3507778 Benjamin Franklin, 1800; (add.info.: Benjamin Franklin (1705 - 1790) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States

19th century country postmaster
673390 19th century country postmaster; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Country postmaster); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Signature of Benjamin Franklin
3078438 Signature of Benjamin Franklin; (add.info.: Signature of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, a renowned polymath, author, printer

Benjamin Franklin, 1800
3507782 Benjamin Franklin, 1800; (add.info.: Benjamin Franklin (1705 - 1790) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States

19th century illustration showing franking letters
673403 19th century illustration showing franking letters; (add.info.: nineteenth century Franking letters); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Postmaster of Bréhat, 1888. Creator: Ernst Josephson
The Postmaster of Brehat, 1888

The British Army Post-Office, Constantinople, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The British Army Post-Office, Constantinople, 1856. Crimean War: The staff employed consists of a postmaster and three assistant postmasters; eight clerks

Portrait of Roelof Meulenaer, 1650. Creator: Ferdinand Bol
Portrait of Roelof Meulenaer, 1650. Other Title(s): Roelof Meulenaer (1618/19-1691). Amsterdam Mercantile Courier or Postmaster on the Antwerp Route

Moldavian Costumes; Daunbian Principalities 1854, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Moldavian Costumes; Daunbian Principalities 1854, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

John Miller Baer, Rep. from North Dakota, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. John Miller Baer, Rep
John Miller Baer, Rep. from North Dakota, 1917. US engineer, cartoonist, postmaster. Representative 1917-1921

John Miller Baer, Rep. from North Dakota, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. John Miller Baer, Rep
John Miller Baer, Rep. from North Dakota, 1917. US engineer, cartoonist, postmaster. Representative 1917-1921

Post Office at East Chinnock, Somerset, England
Post Office and T Bowyer General Stores at East Chinnock, Somerset, England Date: 1920s

Postmaster and Council of Justice, Johan Georg Pauli, 1770. Creator: Jens Juel
Postmaster and Council of Justice, Johan Georg Pauli, 1770

Postmester Frederik Carl Harboe (?), 1764. Creator: Jens Juel
Postmester Frederik Carl Harboe (?), 1764

Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American scientist, inventor and politician. In 1776 he wrote, with Jefferson and John Adams, the Declaration of Independence of the United States of America

Isaac Vanderbeck Fowler, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Isaac Fowler, between 1855 and 1865. [Grand Sachem of the Tammany Society, better known as Tammany Hall; Postmaster of New York City]

General Nathan Kimball, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Kimball, between 1855 and 1865. [Physician, politician, postmaster and military officer: general in the Union army during the American Civil War]

Phillip Dorsheimer ?, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Phillip Dorsheimer ?, between 1855 and 1865. [German-American politician: Postmaster and Inland Tax Collector at Buffalo, New York]

Marshall Jewell, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Marshall Jewell, 1865-1880. Jewell, Hon. Marshall, Post-Master General, between 1865 and 1880. [Manufacturer, pioneer telegrapher, telephone entrepreneur

Charles Edmund Nash of Louisiana, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Charles Edmund Nash of Louisiana, 1865-1880. Hon. Charles Edmund Nash of LA, between 1865 and 1880. Private in 82nd Reg t U.S. Vol. U.S.A. Lost leg at Fort Blakely

J. B. Hawley, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
J.B. Hawley, 1865-1880. Hawley, Hon. J.B. M.C. [Member of Congress?], between 1865 and 1880. [Politician, government official, civil servant

Charles Christopher B. Walker of New York, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Walker, Hon. Charles Christopher B. of N.Y. between 1865 and 1880. [Politician, postmaster, Union Army quartermaster during the American Civil War]

George Colin McKee of Mississippi, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Hon. George C. McKee of Miss(?), between 1860 and 1875

James William Marshall, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
James William Marshall, 1865-1880. Marshall, Hon. Postmaster General, between 1865 and 1880. [Politician, government administrator: Consul to Leeds

Milo Goodrich of New York, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Hon. Milo Goodrich of N.Y. between 1860 and 1875

Thomas Kinsella of New York, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Hon. Thomas Kinsella of N.Y. between 1860 and 1875. [Politician, printer: editor of the Brooklyn Daily Eagle; postmaster of Brooklyn]

John Baldwin Hawley, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Hon. Hawley, between 1860 and 1875. [Politician, government official, civil servant, lawyer and soldier: captain in the Forty-Fifth Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry of the Union Army;

James Harvey Slater of Oregon, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Hon. James Harvey Slater of Oregon, between 1860 and 1875. [Politician, lawyer, newspaperman, businessman: owner and editor of the Corvallis Union newspaper; district attorney; member of the State

William Slosson Lincoln of New York, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Hon. Wm. Slosson?Lincoln of N.Y. between 1860 and 1875. [Politician and lawyer: Postmaster of Newark Valley]

Charles Memorial Hamilton of Florida, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Hon. Charles Memorial Hamilton of Florida, between 1860 and 1875. [Politician, postmaster, judge-advocate of the general court-martial in the Union Army]

Clinton Dugald MacDougall of New York, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Clinton Dugald MacDougall of New York, 1865-1880. MacDougall, Hon. Clinton Dugald, Rep. of N.Y. between 1865 and 1880. Capt. in 75th N.Y. Vol. Inf. Col. of 111th N.Y. Regt

James Harvey Slater of Oregon, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
James Harvey Slater of Oregon, 1865-1880. Slater, Hon. James Harvey of Oregon, between 1865 and 1880. [Politician, lawyer, newspaperman

James Noble Tyner of Indiana, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
James Noble Tyner of Indiana, 1865-1880. Tyner, Rep. Hon. James Noble of Ind. Postmaster General Grant Admin. between 1865 and 1880. [Lawyer, politician, Postmaster-General]

Figurehead from the Sloop "Postmaster", c. 1937. Creator: Elizabeth Moutal
Figurehead from the Sloop " Postmaster", c. 1937

Advertisement for the Swan Inn, Windsor, Berkshire, landlord William Humphries (engraving)
6031985 Advertisement for the Swan Inn, Windsor, Berkshire, landlord William Humphries (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for the Swan Inn)

WW1 poster, I Want You for the Navy - promotion for anyone enlisting, apply any recruiting station or postmaster. Date: 1917

Kisbey, Saskatchewan, Canada - Railway avenue Postmaster Jim L Macleods store alongside Maccrae and Whicher. Date: circa 1908

Alberta, Canada - Bright View, Post Office and store proprietor A. A. Goodhand (postmaster between 1907 and 1911) and family - circa 1910. Date: circa 1910

German costumes, 18th Century (coloured engraving)
3640637 German costumes, 18th Century (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: German costumes, 18th Century)

German men and women, including a Field Postmaster in uniform and a royal postilion from the Hesse area. Date: 1793

Moving Post Office in Worcestershire 1909
Ombersley in Worcestershire had a service were a travelling bus with a post box fixed to the rear, when passing two or three times daily you could post your letters

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"Unveiling the Pioneers: Exploring the Fascinating World of Postmasters" Delving into history, we uncover remarkable tales surrounding postmasters and their contributions to the postal service. From the records of the first UK aerial mail service to iconic stamps that left an indelible mark, these individuals have shaped our communication landscape. In 1845, a significant milestone was achieved with the introduction of the New York Postmasters Provisional Stamp, forever revolutionizing postage. This tiny piece of paper carried immense significance as it paved the way for efficient mail delivery. One cannot overlook Benjamin Franklin's role in this narrative; not only an American scientist but also a revered postmaster who played a pivotal part in establishing organized postal systems during his time. His visionary ideas laid strong foundations for what would become an essential aspect of society. Across oceans and continents, post offices like East Chinnock in Somerset, England became vital hubs connecting people near and far. These humble establishments were instrumental in fostering communication between communities. The influence of notable figures within this realm is undeniable - Sir James Fergusson immortalized through Vanity Fair's Spy caricature captures his impact on shaping postal services during his tenure as a postmaster. Isaac Vanderbeck Fowler, General Nathan Kimball, Phillip Dorsheimer - names etched in history without whom our mail system may have evolved differently. Marshall Jewell and Charles Edmund Nash furthered advancements during their tenures as postmasters from 1865 to 1880. Their dedication ensured that letters reached their destinations promptly while maintaining high standards of efficiency. As we unravel these captivating stories behind each name engraved on envelopes throughout history, we gain insight into how these unsung heroes transformed mere pieces of paper into vessels carrying emotions across vast distances. The legacy they left behind continues to inspire us today as we navigate modern means of communication while cherishing our rich postal heritage.