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Someone who sent a letter in 19th-century London could expect a reply within 2 hours

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Due to frequent postal collections and multiple deliveries per day in 19th-century central London, mail could be sent, replied to, and returned with extraordinary speed, making a rapid turnaround possible under the right conditions.

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skeptics.stackexchange.com: If you sent a letter in 19th century London you could expect ...

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Explains that mail was collected and delivered multiple times daily (e.g., every two hours), making a two-hour reply feasible if the recipient replied quickly.

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boards.straightdope.com: How often did the Royal Mail deliver during the Victorian ...

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Indicates frequent collections and deliveries in central London allowing same-day turnaround for letters.

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first checked31 Jul 2026

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