Radio Shack History can be viewed at URL:

http://www.radioshackcorporation.com/about/history.html

Stores sell what people buy and electronic hobbyists items are in low
demand.
Many independent Electronic parts stores have closed up.

For Electronic Parts dealers see URL:
http://ac6v.com/components.htm
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Did Radio Shack (the store) start out selling Ham Equipment and stuff?
Based on their name I sort of suspect that.

I know they used to carry a decent stock of parts, but now they just
sell lots of toys and a few overpriced useful home electronic items.

George