USPS Community Connection

It's Hispanic American Heritage Month! Generations of Hispanic Americans have made our country the great nation it is today, enriching our economy, government, and culture. Who are some of your Hispanic American heroes?

Hispanic Heritage Month occurs every year between September 15th through October 15th! This month-long celebration commemorates the people and contributions of the Hispanic community, which traces its roots from South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. In America, Hispanics are one of the largest and most important ethnic communities, and they've contributed greatly to who were are today. Click through this album to learn more about a few individuals and traditions, as celebrated on US postage stamps!

United We Stand.

On this date in 1963, over 200,000 protestors marched down the streets of Washington for equal pay and racial equality. What do Civil Rights mean to you? Visit www.USPSConnection.com for the story.

Happy National Dog Day Owney The Railway Mail Dog! As a tribute, here's the Lesson Plan we dedicated to you from our archives! http://bit.ly/1MVS3Gk

Postmarked in History, 8/24/1814: Washington burns as Dolley Madison makes an heroic escape. Visit www.USPSConnection.com for the story!

Community Connection – The British burn Washington August 24, 1814 Late in the War of 1812, after the British saw an outstanding defeat at the Battle of Bladensburg in Maryland, they marched on to Washington, DC. There, residents and politicians fled after news returned from Bladensburg, aware of the sure destruction that was to come. At the last mi…

Were thrilled to be here at the 2015 American Philatelic Society Stamp Show!