What was the Pony Express?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Pony Express Rider
The Pony Express was a mail service that operated in the United States from April 1860 to October 1861. It used relays of horse riders to deliver messages, newspapers, and mail across the western frontier, covering approximately 1,900 miles from Missouri to California. Despite its short lifespan, it significantly improved communication speed during its time.