1980s U.S. Postal Service Jeep

by John Swatsley

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1980s U.S. Postal Service Jeep

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John Swatsley

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Painting - Oil On Cold Press Illustration Board

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From the Pony Express to global communications systems, the United States Postal Service has sought to improve its service. Even at the turn of the century, itwas clear, moving the mail meant progress. Thus, almost as soon as airplanes were invented, they were eyed by the U.S. Post Office as a way to speed the mail from one American city to another. By 1918, the first regular airmail service wasset up between New York City and Washington, D.C. Among the early planes to accomplish the feat was the DeHavilland DH4 biplane. Without radios or tracking devices, control towers or landing strips, daredevil pilots braved America's airspaces to deliver mail quickly, and their success was remarkable. Americans came torely on airmail as a dependable, fast form of communication -- one that became vital to businesses throughout the country. Today, airmail provides quick and easy transmission of mail throughout the world.

Please note the "Fine Art America" watermark will not appear on the painting or any print reproduction.

Artwork Copyright © 1988 Wind River Studios Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved under United States and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, transmit, or otherwise exploit the Artwork in any way. Any sale of the physical original does not include or convey the Copyright or any right comprised in the Copyright. WRSH Stock Number XB11421

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September 22nd, 2022

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