Why Parents Used To Mail Their Babies

The video explores the historical practice of mailing children in the early 1900s, starting with James Beagle, the first baby mailed. It discusses the trend, notable cases, and the eventual outlawing of the practice due to legal concerns. The video also highlights other unusual items sent through the mail and concludes with modern incidents related to mailing.

What were some of the other unusual items sent through the mail during the early days of the postal system?

Why did the practice of mailing children become illegal in 1915?

What was the last known case of a child being mailed?