1852

The year 1852 was notable for significant events such as the founding of the international postal system's first postage stamp, the Penny Black, which revolutionized mail delivery. It also saw the publication of Harriet Beecher Stowe's influential novel *Uncle Tom's Cabin*, which heightened awareness of slavery in the United States. Additionally, 1852 marked the beginning of the Crimean War's geopolitical tensions, and in Britain, Queen Victoria's reign extended, shaping modern British history. These developments reflected technological advances, social change, and geopolitical shifts that resonated globally.