Today we're going to discuss the history of the postal service. In ancient Persia, around 500 BC, messengers on horseback carried letters between cities. These messengers changed horses at relay stations to ensure fast delivery. However, the system was limited to government communications. It wasn't until the 19th century that the first public postal service was established in Britain, with the introduction of the penny post. This allowed ordinary people to send letters at a low cost, which greatly increased literacy and communication across the country.
❓ ¿Cuándo se estableció el primer servicio postal público en Gran Bretaña?
A. En la antigua Persia alrededor del año 500 a.C.