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Dakota Collection (#11)

"Dakota: A Timeless Icon of Aviation and American Heritage" Step back in time and witness the legendary Douglas DC-3, also known as the C-47 Dakota

Background imageDakota Collection: DAKOTA: SCALP DANCE, 1850. Scalp Dance of the Dacotahs. Watercolor by Seth Eastman

DAKOTA: SCALP DANCE, 1850. Scalp Dance of the Dacotahs. Watercolor by Seth Eastman, 1850

Background imageDakota Collection: DAKOTA SIOUX MAN. A Dakota Sioux tribesman blowing a Sun Dance whistle, c1915

DAKOTA SIOUX MAN. A Dakota Sioux tribesman blowing a Sun Dance whistle, c1915

Background imageDakota Collection: SIOUX WOMAN, c1908. A Sioux woman carrying firewood on her back through the snow

SIOUX WOMAN, c1908. A Sioux woman carrying firewood on her back through the snow. Photograph by Edward S. Curtis, c1908

Background imageDakota Collection: SIOUX TIPI, c1908. A Sioux Native American woman approaching her tipi, carrying

SIOUX TIPI, c1908. A Sioux Native American woman approaching her tipi, carrying firewood through the snow. Photographed by Edward S. Curtis, c1908

Background imageDakota Collection: NATIVE AMERICAN BATTLE, c1500. Fight between the Algonquian and the Dakotah Native Americans

NATIVE AMERICAN BATTLE, c1500. Fight between the Algonquian and the Dakotah Native Americans, prior to the arrival of Europeans. Photoetching, 19th century

Background imageDakota Collection: Country road

Country road
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1940s: Heavily rutted dirt country road near Dickinson, North Dakota, farm house on the horizon. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageDakota Collection: Utah, Grand Staircase Escalante NM, The Toadstools, an area of Entrada sandstone columns

Utah, Grand Staircase Escalante NM, The Toadstools, an area of Entrada sandstone columns and Dakota capstones, Red toadstools

Background imageDakota Collection: Picture No. 10850876

Picture No. 10850876
Dinosaur excavation - In the badlands of South Dakota, two paleontolgists excavate sediments under a Tyrannosaurus rex pelvis. Date:

Background imageDakota Collection: Douglas Dakota IV KJ839

Douglas Dakota IV KJ839
Douglas Dakota IV, KJ839, fitted with two Armstrong Siddeley Mamba turboprops

Background imageDakota Collection: Douglas Dakota III G-AHCU

Douglas Dakota III G-AHCU
Douglas Dakota III, G-AHCU

Background imageDakota Collection: Former Douglas Dakota III G-AGZC

Former Douglas Dakota III G-AGZC
Former Douglas Dakota III, G-AGZC, Samuel Cody, of British European Airways

Background imageDakota Collection: Standing Bear, Chief of the Sioux, wearing ceremonial robes and full length head-dress

Standing Bear, Chief of the Sioux, wearing ceremonial robes and full length head-dress of eagle feathers: Dakota, North American Plains Indians. Photograph c1885-1890

Background imageDakota Collection: Conflict between General George Custer (1839-76) and Crazy Horse (Sioux Indian)

Conflict between General George Custer (1839-76) and Crazy Horse (Sioux Indian). Painting on cloth by Kills Two (1869-1927), Sioux Indian. Dakota group of North American Plains Indians

Background imageDakota Collection: Sioux (Dakota, North American Plains Indians) War Dance: Usually 4 days of ceremonies

Sioux (Dakota, North American Plains Indians) War Dance: Usually 4 days of ceremonies before departure for battle. Ceremonies such as this induce a state of self hypnosis. Chromolithograph 1888

Background imageDakota Collection: Sioux Warriors in battle. Dakota, North American Plains Indians. Painting on unbleached

Sioux Warriors in battle. Dakota, North American Plains Indians. Painting on unbleached muslin c1890. Field Museum Chicago

Background imageDakota Collection: Sioux Indian called Picket Pin. Dakota, North American Plains Indians. From a photograph c1900

Sioux Indian called Picket Pin. Dakota, North American Plains Indians. From a photograph c1900

Background imageDakota Collection: Sheep Mountain. A

Sheep Mountain. A

Background imageDakota Collection: Native American Indian Dakota men on horseback, one dismounted, 1908. Photograph by Edward Curtis

Native American Indian Dakota men on horseback, one dismounted, 1908. Photograph by Edward Curtis (1868-1952)

Background imageDakota Collection: Theodore D. Roosevelt (1858-1919) 26th President of the United States of America (1901-1909)

Theodore D. Roosevelt (1858-1919) 26th President of the United States of America (1901-1909). Roosevelt in 1885 in hunting costume on his ranch in Dakota

Background imageDakota Collection: Dakota Avenue, Huron, South Dakota

Dakota Avenue, Huron, South Dakota
Street scene showing Dakota Avenue. Storefronts on both sides of street are visible and vintage automobiles line the streets

Background imageDakota Collection: Municipal Aiport, Huron, South Dakota

Municipal Aiport, Huron, South Dakota
Exterior view of Huron Municipal Airport. The brick hangar and administration building are shown

Background imageDakota Collection: The Worlds Only Corn Palace, Mitchell, South Dakota

The Worlds Only Corn Palace, Mitchell, South Dakota
View of the worlds only Corn Palace. The large structure is covered in corn, grains and grasses

Background imageDakota Collection: Ox Teams At Sturgis

Ox Teams At Sturgis, D.t. [i.e. Dakota Territory], John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Custer City. Custer City

Custer City. Custer City, Dak. From The East, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Hotel Minnekahta

Hotel Minnekahta, Hot Springs, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Beautiful View. The Bar (-t) Tee Ranch Located On Hat Creek

Beautiful View. The Bar (-t) Tee Ranch Located On Hat Creek, About 13 Miles From Hot Springs, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Tallyho Coaching. Sioux City Party Coaching At The Great Hot Springs Of Dakota

Tallyho Coaching. Sioux City Party Coaching At The Great Hot Springs Of Dakota, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: The Officers Line. Fort Meade

The Officers Line. Fort Meade, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Mines And Mills. The Caledonia No. 1

Mines And Mills. The Caledonia No. 1, Deadwood Terra No. 2, And Terra No. Gold Stamp Mills, Located At Terraville, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer

Background imageDakota Collection: De Smet Gold Stamp Mill

De Smet Gold Stamp Mill, Central City, Dakota, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Dobbins Mills

Dobbins Mills, Black Hills, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: The Interior. Clean Up Day At The Deadwood Terra Gold Stamp Mill

The Interior. Clean Up Day At The Deadwood Terra Gold Stamp Mill, One Of The Homestake Mills, Terraville, Dakota, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer

Background imageDakota Collection: Wood Shooting In The Air

Wood Shooting In The Air, De Smet Mill, Center City, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Bucking Bronco. Ned Coy

Bucking Bronco. Ned Coy, A Famous Dakota Cowboy, Starts Out For The Cattle Round-up With His Pet Boy Dick. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer

Background imageDakota Collection: Phantom Ridge

Phantom Ridge, Black Hills, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Castle Rock. Scenery On Road Between Hill City And Rockerville

Castle Rock. Scenery On Road Between Hill City And Rockerville, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Spearfish Falls. Black Hills

Spearfish Falls. Black Hills, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Minnekahta Falls. Near Hot Springs

Minnekahta Falls. Near Hot Springs, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: We Have It Rich. Washing And Panning Gold

We Have It Rich. Washing And Panning Gold, Rockerville, Dak. Old Timers, Spriggs, Lamb And Dillon At Work, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer

Background imageDakota Collection: Gold Dust. Placer Mining At Rockerville

Gold Dust. Placer Mining At Rockerville, Dak. Old Timers, Spriggs, Lamb And Dillon At Work, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Open Cut In The Great Homestake Mine

Open Cut In The Great Homestake Mine, At Lead City, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Mills And Mines. Part Of The Great Homestake Works

Mills And Mines. Part Of The Great Homestake Works, Lead City, Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: The Race. The Great Hub-and-hub Race At Deadwood

The Race. The Great Hub-and-hub Race At Deadwood, Dak. July 4, 1888, Between The Only Two Chinese Hose Teams In The United States, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer

Background imageDakota Collection: A Golden Work. Hydroulic [sic] Mining At Rockdrville [i. e. Rockerville]

A Golden Work. Hydroulic [sic] Mining At Rockdrville [i. e. Rockerville]
A Golden Work. Hydroulic [sic] Mining At Rockdrville [i.e. Rockerville], Dak. John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Hose Team. The Champion Chinese Hose Team Of America

Hose Team. The Champion Chinese Hose Team Of America, Who Won The Great Hub-and-hub Race At Deadwood, Dak. July 4th, 1888, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer

Background imageDakota Collection: The Shepherd And Flock. On F. e. & M. v. R y. In Dakota

The Shepherd And Flock. On F. e. & M. v. R y. In Dakota
The Shepherd And Flock. On F.e. & M.v. R y. In Dakota, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Background imageDakota Collection: Past Grand Masters Of Dakota I. o. o. F

Past Grand Masters Of Dakota I. o. o. F
Past Grand Masters Of Dakota I.o.o. F. 1890, At Deadwood, S.d. A.e. Clough, A.e.nugent, H.j. Rowe, Wm. A. Bently, F.w. Miller, F.s. Emeison. A.g. Smith, R.r. Briggs, Zina Richey, H.j. Rice, John C

Background imageDakota Collection: Buffalo. Custer State Park. South Dakota. U. S. A

Buffalo. Custer State Park. South Dakota. U. S. A
Buffalo. Custer State Park. South Dakota. U.S.A




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"Dakota: A Timeless Icon of Aviation and American Heritage" Step back in time and witness the legendary Douglas DC-3, also known as the C-47 Dakota. This iconic aircraft has left an indelible mark on history, serving various roles from military transport to commercial flights. One notable example is the Douglas Dakota KN645 RAF 1961, a symbol of British aviation prowess. Its sleek design and powerful engines made it a force to be reckoned with during World War II. Speaking of wartime heroics, picture a Douglas Dakota picking up a glider amidst the chaos of Normandy during the Second World War. The bravery displayed by these pilots was unparalleled. But let's not forget about the beauty found within America's borders. Mitchell, South Dakota boasts Mitchells Corn Palace, where intricate murals crafted from corn adorn its walls - a testament to creativity and agricultural heritage. Venturing further westward brings us to Eastbourne, Sussex, where we encounter an awe-inspiring sight - a Sioux tepee made entirely out of buffalo-hide. It serves as a reminder of Native American culture and their deep connection with nature. Liverpool Speke Airport takes us across the Atlantic Ocean to England once again. Here we find ourselves immersed in aviation history as we witness BEA Pionair planes taking off into the skies above. Heading back stateside leads us to North Dakota's Valley City High Line Railroad Bridge - an engineering marvel that spans over picturesque landscapes along Hi-Line railroad tracks. The juxtaposition between man-made structures and natural beauty is truly breathtaking here. And finally, Fargo welcomes us with open arms at its bustling railroad station. This vibrant city showcases North Dakota's rich history while embracing modernity in all its glory.