Communication System Collection

Pony Express Riders, c. 1860 (b / w photo)
PNP246299 Pony Express Riders, c.1860 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pony Express Poster, 1861 (litho)
PNP246610 Pony Express Poster, 1861 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: linked Atlantic and Pacific coasts; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American

Pony Express Stables, St Joseph, Missouri (photo)
PNP246609 Pony Express Stables, St Joseph, Missouri (photo) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Postman of the American Pony Express being attacked by Native Americans
CHT231115 A Postman of the American Pony Express being attacked by Native Americans (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Envelope with Wells Fargo Pony Express stamp attached (pen & ink on paper)
PNP246608 Envelope with Wells Fargo Pony Express stamp attached (pen & ink on paper) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: pony express service between Virginia City)

Pony Express saddle (leather)
PNP246602 Pony Express saddle (leather) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

Pony Express Mail Pouch (leather)
PNP246601 Pony Express Mail Pouch (leather) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

Pony Express pursued by Indians, 1900 (w / c on paper)
PNP246600 Pony Express pursued by Indians, 1900 (w/c on paper) by Hansen, Henry W. (1853-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

First News of Abraham Lincolns election to President, 1860 (print)
PNP246606 First News of Abraham Lincolns election to President, 1860 (print) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pony Express Rider in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, 1862 (litho)
PNP246603 Pony Express Rider in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, 1862 (litho) by Hilton, W.H. (fl.1862); Private Collection; (add.info)

The 25th Anniversary of the Eiffel Tower used now for the wireless telegraphy, back
XIR661434 The 25th Anniversary of the Eiffel Tower used now for the wireless telegraphy, back cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre

Germany, Berlin: metropolitan system train station
Germany, Berlin, metropolitan system train station

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"The Evolution of Communication: From Pony Express to Wireless Telegraphy" Step back in time to the era of the Pony Express Riders, where communication was a daring adventure. In this captivating black and white photo from c. 1860, we witness these brave riders galloping through vast landscapes, carrying messages that bridged distant lands. The iconic Pony Express Poster from 1861 showcases the spirit of this revolutionary communication system. Litho-printed with vibrant colors, it captures the imagination and highlights the importance of efficient message delivery. Journeying to St Joseph, Missouri, we find ourselves at the historic Pony Express Stables. This photo transports us to a bustling hub where horses were prepared for their arduous journeys across treacherous terrains. However, not all encounters on these expeditions were smooth sailing. A gripping image depicts a Postman being attacked by Native Americans—a reminder of the challenges faced during those times. An envelope adorned with a Wells Fargo Pony Express stamp takes us further into history. Rendered meticulously in pen and ink on paper, it symbolizes trust and reliability as messages traveled far and wide. The sturdy leather saddle used by Pony Express Riders is an enduring symbol of their resilience and dedication. It represents countless miles traversed under harsh conditions in order to deliver vital information promptly. Accompanying this saddle is the legendary Pony Express Mail Pouch—crafted from durable leather—an embodiment of security for precious correspondence entrusted within its confines. Fast forward to 1900 when colorful watercolors on paper depict Indians pursuing a speeding Pony Express rider—an exhilarating chase that encapsulates both danger and determination along communication routes. In another print dating back to 1860, we witness historical significance unfolding—the first news reaching eager ears about Abraham Lincoln's election as President—a momentous event that shaped nations through swift transmission across distances.