On Jan. 1, 1913, the United States Postal Service made an addition to its list of mail services, by introducing Parcel Post.
For the first time, Americans could now send packages and large parcels through the mail and have them delivered to friends and family across the country, just like letters.
However, as with every new invention, there were those who tried to test the limits of the new service as some began sending their children through the mail.
Yes, there were some parents who attempted — and succeeded — in sending their real, live children across the country by way of the Parcel Post. Most shockingly? All of the children made it, unharmed.
