Waco Collection

Douglas Dakota picking up a glider, Normandy; Second World W
Illustration showing a Douglas Dakota, C-47 Skytrain, swooping down with a hook trailing to pick up a Waco glider, Normandy, France, 1944

Departure from Ratmanala Aerodrome Colombo
Departure from Ratmanala Aerodrome, Colombo, of the first Empire Air Mail service, 28 February 1938. Carried by a Waco YQC-6 biplane operated by Tata Air Lines, the 1

Waco 9 N2574 (msn 359), in the markings of Pennsylvania Airlines. Date: circa 1955

WACO YKS-7 N48980 (msn 4625, ex NC17713, ex UC-72K 42-94126). Date: circa 1960

Douglas A-26B Invader N240P Spirit of Waco (msn 7140, ex 41-39427) Date: circa 1995

Fifteen year old messenger boy working for Mackay Telegraph Company, Waco, Texas
5848209 Fifteen year old messenger boy working for Mackay Telegraph Company, Waco, Texas, 1913 (photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Pre-Arranged Railway Collision in Texas, the Scene immediately after the Impact (litho)
1051077 The Pre-Arranged Railway Collision in Texas, the Scene immediately after the Impact (litho) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Waco RNF N110Y (msn 3298)

Waco DQC N11470 at DuPage, IL Date: 1966

Waco JTO Taperwing NX13918 - NR13918
Waco JTO Taperwing NX13918/NR13918 (msn A-118), owned by Joe Mackey and Alex Papana at various times. NR13918 is seen here enthusiastically rounding the home pylon, flown by Lt

Weeco Chief, His Wife, and a Warrior, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Weeco Chief, His Wife, and a Warrior, 1861/1869. Ush-e-kits (chief) with Uh-to-a (his wife) and Kots-a-to-a (warrior) on the Red River, Western Texas. 1836

Flaglor High-Tow N2840C at Groton Connecticut. Built by F.K. Chuck Flaglor at Des Plaines IL. In 1957, the High-Tow was a hybrid with a Waco fuselage and wings from a Fleet aircraft

WACO YKS-7 - G-BWAC Date: 1995

Waco Texas US City Street Map
Vector Illustration of a City Street Map of Waco, Texas, USA. Scale 1:60, 000. All source data is in the public domain. U.S

Messenger Boy Mackay Telegraph Company Waco Texas
Messenger Boy for Mackay Telegraph Company, Waco, Texas; Lewis W. Hine (American, 1874 - 1940); Waco, Texas, United States; September 1913; Gelatin silver print; Sheet: 11 x 16.2 cm (4 5, 16 x 6 3)

Signpost near Brownwood, Texas, USA, with a welcoming party of men. From left to right: C.V. Conlisk, L.A. McCristy, A.W. Springer, I.K. Floyd, Joe Blagg, N.K. Brady, Fred R. Donohoo, John A

USA, Texas, Waco, Old gas station at roadside (Large format sizes available)

TEXAS: COTTON SEEDS, 1939. Mound of cotton seed hulls for the manufacturing of cotton seed oil at a cotton mill in Waco, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, November 1939

TEXAS: GEESE, 1939. Geese in a pen attached to the side of an automobile at the market square in Waco, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, November 1939

TEXAS: YOUNG MEN, 1939. Four young African American men seated on a bench, Waco Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, November 1939

TEXAS: WORKMAN, 1939. A workman plastering a wall of a movie theater in Waco, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, November 1939

TEXAS: VENDOR, 1939. A street vendors goods in Waco, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, November 1939

TEXAS: SUPPLY STORE, 1939. Farmers supply store and warehouse in Waco, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, November 1939

WACO: NEWSBOY, 1913. A eight-year old newboy selling newspapers in Waco, Texas. Photograph by Lewis Hine, September 1913

ARMY HOSPITAL, 1918. Dedication ceremonies for the Red Cross convalescent house at the base hospital at Camp MacArthur, Waco, Texas, 20 June 1918

DRUG STORE, 1890s. The Old Corner Drug Store in Waco, Texas, where Dr Pepper soda was created and first served in 1885

The first Empire Airmail service
The departure from Ratmalana Aerodrome, Colombo, of the first Empire Airmail service on 28 February 1938. A Waco Model C Series 4 belonging to Tata Sons Ltd

Messenger boy working for Mackay Telegraph Company. Said fifteen years old. Exposed to Red Light dangers. Location: Waco, Texas. Date 1913 September

WACO: MESSENGER, 1913. A fifteen-year old messenger boy working for Mackay Telegraph Company in Waco, Texas. Photograph by Lewis Hine, September 1913

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"Waco: A Journey Through Time and Triumphs" Step into the captivating world of Waco, where history unfolds through iconic moments like a Douglas Dakota picking up a glider during Normandy in the Second World War. The Departure from Ratmanala Aerodrome Colombo sets the stage for adventure as we delve into the stories behind remarkable aircraft like Waco 9 N2574 and WACO YKS-7 N48980. One cannot help but be awestruck by the sheer power emanating from the Douglas A-26B Invader N240P Spirit of Waco, symbolizing resilience and determination. However, not all chapters in this city's past are filled with triumph; haunting images of a Klan Parade from the 1920s remind us of darker times that have shaped our society. Amidst these historical snapshots lies an inspiring tale of a fifteen-year-old messenger boy working for Mackay Telegraph Company in Waco, Texas. His unwavering dedication serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit that defines this city. Intrigue deepens as we explore events such as The Pre-Arranged Railway Collision in Texas, witnessing scenes immediately after impact captured vividly in lithographs. These incidents serve as reminders of humanity's capacity for both tragedy and unity. As we navigate further through time, encountering aircraft like Waco RNF N110Y, Waco DQC N11470, and Waco JTO Taperwing NX13918 - NR13918, it becomes evident that innovation has always been at the heart of this vibrant community. Woven together by threads of courage and ingenuity, "Waco" tells a story rich with diverse narratives spanning decades. From wartime heroics to civil rights struggles to technological advancements—this is more than just a name; it represents an enduring legacy etched into history's tapestry.