Us mails
You're referring to the United States Postal Service (USPS)!
Here are some interesting facts and services offered by the USPS:
Services:
- First-Class Mail: For personal and business correspondence, including letters, postcards, and flats.
- Priority Mail: For faster delivery of packages, with options for tracking and insurance.
- Priority Mail Express: For overnight delivery of packages, with a money-back guarantee.
- Parcel Post: For less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments, with a longer delivery time.
- Media Mail: For shipping books, CDs, DVDs, and other media items at a lower rate.
- International Mail: For sending mail and packages to countries around the world.
Facts:
- History: The USPS was founded in 1775, making it one of the oldest federal agencies in the United States.
- Network: The USPS has over 40,000 post offices and employs over 500,000 people.
- Delivery: The USPS delivers over 140 billion pieces of mail each year, making it one of the largest civilian employers in the country.
- Revenue: The USPS generates over $70 billion in annual revenue, with the majority coming from postage sales.
- Cost: The USPS is self-funded, meaning it relies on the sale of postage and services to operate, rather than taxpayer funding.
- Sustainability: The USPS has made significant efforts to reduce its environmental impact, including using alternative fuels and reducing energy consumption.
Other services:
- Money Orders: The USPS offers money orders, which are a secure way to send cash.
- Passport Services: The USPS offers passport application acceptance and execution services.
- Notary Services: Many post offices offer notary services for a fee.
- Shipping Supplies: The USPS sells a variety of shipping supplies, including boxes, envelopes, and labels.
I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.