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When was the first use of Uncle Sam in a cartoon? Which president had a stuffed animal created in his name after a cartoon of him was published?
Find out by learning from our collection of cards covering over 200 years of American history. Each card is printed on high quality card stock in the original color and style. On the reverse side of each cartoon is a full description of the historical context and an explanation of the image. The cartoons are contained in a high quality bamboo or plastic keepsake box. Tour through history in a novel and entertaining way!
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Why History By Mail?
Physical Copies Every Month via Mail
Physical Copies Every Month via Mail
These are time capsules, encapsulating the spirit of a bygone era. From handwritten letters to official decrees, each item offers a unique glimpse into the world of the past.
Ink & Paper Authentic to the Time Period
Ink & Paper Authentic to the Time Period
Every 4 months, we explore a different theme from various angles using the letters and documents as our guides.
Made with High Quality Materials
Made with High Quality Materials
Preserve a piece of history with high-quality replicas that can be framed, displayed, or added to a personal collection.
Rare Historical Insights & Pieces
Rare Historical Insights & Pieces
Dive into the rich context behind each document, learning about the people, places, and events that shaped history.
Hold History in Your Hands
History By Mail makes history tangible, relatable, and exciting by providing opportunities to learn directly from primary source documents. Instead of learning about abstract dates and concepts, History By Mail allows you to delve deeply into the details of historic documents as you learn about them. What did the check to purchase Alaska look like? What did Abraham Lincoln's handwriting look like?
Learn from a Fresh Angle
Did you know that New Years was traditionally celebrated on March 25 in Great Britain and its colonies before the British Calendar Act of 1751 was enacted? History By Mail presents fascinating details and angles on people and events you may have already known about. We tell the interesting stories behind our historic replicas that entertain even the most avid history fans.
Make Mail Interesting!
History By Mail subscribers often report a unique sense of joy and excitement as they open their mailboxes, anticipating their monthly replica. With all the junk mail, it is a breath of fresh air to receive a letter you truly look forward to.
Historical Paper
History By Mail takes great care in using the closest type of paper material to match the originals, so you can truly appreciate the essence of these remarkable documents.
An Unrivaled Learning Experience: The History By Mail Advantage
Discover why History By Mail is the leader in history learning, outshining traditional learning methods.
History By Mail Sample Letter
Curious about what to expect from our subscription? Download a sample letter featuring the Nixon resignation letter—an iconic piece of history.
