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Mcconnell Collection

"McConnell: A Legacy of Aviation Excellence and Timeless Charm" Step back in time to the lively streets of London with McConnell

Background imageMcconnell Collection: All Aboard for Brooklands by The Tout 1931

All Aboard for Brooklands by The Tout 1931
Humorous colour illustration by The Tout showing caricatures of various personalities from the motoring world in 1931. From left: Lord Howe, Mr. Raymond Mays, Mr. Hugh P

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Doin the Lambeth Walk - Oi

Doin the Lambeth Walk - Oi! These sketches, made by Sherriffs, are dedicated to The Lambeth Walk, dance hit of the musical comedy Me and My Girl (Victoria Palace)

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Drury-Lane Theatre - Engaging for the Pantomime - drawn by M'Connell, 1858. Creator: McConnell

Drury-Lane Theatre - Engaging for the Pantomime - drawn by M'Connell, 1858. Creator: McConnell
Drury-Lane Theatre - Engaging for the Pantomime - drawn by M'Connell, 1858....a curious Scene at the stage-door...every available place was occupied round about the theatre by a crowd of persons

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Beechcraft U-8F Seminole 62-3838

Beechcraft U-8F Seminole 62-3838 (MSN LF-36), on display at the Kansas Aviation Museum, Wichita McConnell Airport, Wichita, Kansas Date: circa 1995

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Republic F-105F Thunderchief 63-8366

Republic F-105F Thunderchief 63-8366
Republic F-105F-1-RE Thunderchief 63-8366 ( MSN F143), the last production F-105, on a plinth at McConnell AFB, KS. Date: circa 1995

Background imageMcconnell Collection: North American F-86L Sabre 52-4256

North American F-86L Sabre 52-4256 (MSN 190-659), on plinths at McConnell AFB, KS. Date: circa 1995

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Boeing B-47E Stratojet 53-4213

Boeing B-47E Stratojet 53-4213
Boeing B-47E-130-BW Stratojet 53-4213 (msn 4501237), on plinths at McConnell AFB, KS. Date: circa 1995

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Bust of James Edward McConnell

Bust of James Edward McConnell
Photograph of a bust of James Edward McConnell, at Technical College, Wolverhampton. Date: 1929

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Cessna GO-2B-CE Super Skymaster 67-21467

Cessna GO-2B-CE Super Skymaster 67-21467 (MSN 337-0448), at the McConnell AFB Museum, Wichita, KS. Date: circa 2000

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker 58-0118

Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker 58-0118
United States Air Force - Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker 58-0118 (MSN 17863), at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Date: 1997

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker 64-14828

Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker 64-14828
United States Air Force - Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker 64-14828 (MSN 18768), at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, with many more on the flight-line. Date: 1997

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Rockwell B-1B Lancer 86-0127

Rockwell B-1B Lancer 86-0127
United States Air Force - Rockwell B-1B Lancer Lot V 86-0127 Freedom Bird (MSN 87), of the 384th Bombardment Wing, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Date: 1997

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Helen Karagounis & Lee Mcconnell

Helen Karagounis & Lee Mcconnell 4x400 Metres Olympic Games Olympic Stadium, Athens, Greece 27 August 2004 Date: 27 August 2004

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Lee Mcconnell

Lee Mcconnell Womens 400m Womens 400m Athens, Greece 22 August 2004 Date: 22 August 2004

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Margate, Arrival of the Husbands Boat, 1856. Artist: Swain

Margate, Arrival of the Husbands Boat, 1856. Artist: Swain
Margate, Arrival of the Husbands Boat, 1856. Crowds at the port of Margate in Kent. From the Illustrated Times, 6 September 1856

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Hugh McConnell, Chief Scrutineer at Brooklands motor racing circuit, Surrey, c1930s

Hugh McConnell, Chief Scrutineer at Brooklands motor racing circuit, Surrey, c1930s
Place: Brooklands. Date: H.P. McConnell chief scrutineer

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Hugh McConell beside a car, Brooklands, 3 August 1931. Artist: Bill Brunell

Hugh McConell beside a car, Brooklands, 3 August 1931. Artist: Bill Brunell
Place: Brooklands. B.A.R.C. Date: 3.8.31. McConnell, H.P

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Hugh McConnell, Sammy Davis and Mrs Davis with an Austin 20 / 6 landaulette at Brooklands, 1931

Hugh McConnell, Sammy Davis and Mrs Davis with an Austin 20 / 6 landaulette at Brooklands, 1931
Austin 20/6 landaulette. Place: Brooklands. B.R.D.C. 500 Miles Race. Date: 3.10.31. Hugh P. McConnell, S.C.H. Davis & Mrs. Davis

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Dinner party Y hostel June 7 1944 Gen McConnell

Dinner party Y hostel June 7 1944 Gen McConnell
Dinner party at Y hostel on June 7, 1944. Gen. McConnell, 1944, Jerusalem, Israel

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Margaret McConnell - American film actress

Margaret McConnell - American film actress
Margaret McConnell (19102011) - American film actress Date: 1930s

Background imageMcconnell Collection: Two of the first women assigned duty as Air Force combat-ready missile crew members

Two of the first women assigned duty as Air Force combat-ready missile crew members
AIR FORCE CREW, 1978. Two of the first women assigned duty as Air Force combat-ready missile crew members, Lieutenant Patricia Fornes (right) and Airman First Class Tina Ponzer



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"McConnell: A Legacy of Aviation Excellence and Timeless Charm" Step back in time to the lively streets of London with McConnell, as they effortlessly glide through the Lambeth Walk - Oi. Their passion for aviation has been evident since 1931 when they embarked on an exhilarating journey aboard "All Aboard for Brooklands" by The Tout. From their early days, McConnell soared to new heights, piloting iconic aircraft like the Lockheed TV-2 N1519 and Beechcraft U-8F Seminole 62-3838. But it was their fearless spirit that truly shone through as they took command of the Republic F-105F Thunderchief 63-8366 and North American F-86L Sabre 52-4256. With unwavering dedication, McConnell continued to push boundaries, fearlessly maneuvering the Boeing B-47E Stratojet 53-4213. Paying homage to their esteemed heritage, a majestic bust of James Edward McConnell stands tall as a reminder of their rich legacy. The thunderous roar echoed across skies as McConnell skillfully handled the Republic F-105D Thunderchief 62-4353 and Cessna GO-2B CE Super Skymaster 67-21467. Fueling dreams and aspirations, they gracefully took flight onboard the mighty Boeing KC135R Stratotanker fleet - first with tail number 58–0118 followed by its counterpart, tail number 64–14828. Through each era and every aircraft, McConnell's commitment to excellence remains unyielding. They have not only etched themselves into aviation history but also captured our hearts with their timeless charm. Join them on this extraordinary journey where sky is no limit – it's home.