It is hard to believe that young men once rode horses to carry mail from Missouri to California in the unprecedented time of only 10 days. This relay system along the Pony Express National Historic Trail in eight states was the most direct and practical means of east-west communications before the telegraph. Read More
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Recreation of the Pony Express in a Commemorative 10-day Re-Ride.
Last updated: February 13, 2024
