Aldrin Collection (#2)

Edwin Buzz Aldrin descends the steps of the Lunar Module ladder to walk on the Moon, 1969. Artist: NASA
Edwin Buzz Aldrin (b1930) descends the steps of the Lunar Module ladder to walk on the Moon, 1969. This photograph was taken by Neil Armstrong

The crew of Apollo 11, 1969. Artist: NASA
The crew of Apollo 11, 1969. Apollo 11 was fifth manned Apollo mission and was launched on 16th July 1969. It comprised Commander Neil Alden Armstrong

Eagle lunar module, Apollo moon landing, 1969
Illustration showing a cross section of the Apollo 11 lunar module, named Eagle, used by American astronauts Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin for the first ever manned moon landing on 20 July 1969

Plaque left on the moon by the first visitors
The metal plaque left on the surface of the moon in July 1969 by the first human visitors to the Earths sole satellite. It bears the signatures of astronauts Armstrong, Edwin Buzz Aldrin

Atlas-Agena rocket launch for Gemini 8. The Atlas booster was used to propel the Gemini Agena target vehicle (GATV) into space at 15:00 UTC on 16th March 1966

Astronaut footprint on the Moon. Computer artwork recreating a photograph of boot imprints left by astronauts on the Moon

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Space Memorabilia - Apollo XI lapel pin
Space Memorabilia - Apollo XI (11) mission space flown lapel pin. An incredible piece of Apollo 11 flown history, Apollo 11 was the spaceflight that landed the first two humans on the moon

Space Memorabilia - the three Apollo 11 astronauts
Space Memorabilia - Apollo 11 photograph from the collection of Joan Aldrin. Astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins and Buzz Aldrin. Date: 1969

Mystery: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Mystery - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: Mystery creates wonder and wonder is the basis of mans desire to understand. ~ Armstrong

Apollo Moon landing, artwork
Apollo Moon landing. Computer artwork of the original Apollo mission lunar lander on the Moon

Apollo 11 Moon landing, computer artwork
Apollo 11 Moon landing. Computer artwork of NASAs Apollo 11 lunar module LM-5 Eagle landing on the Moons surface. Apollo 11 was the first manned lunar landing mission

Apollo Moon boot. This boot is from the A7LB spacesuit that was used in the last three Apollo missions to the Moon. A total of twelve US astronauts have walked on the Moon as part of NASAs Apollo

Armstrong and Aldrin unfurl the US flag on the moon, 1969. Apollo 11, the first manned lunar landing mission, was launched on 16 July 1969 and Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin became the first

Front side of the moon, 22 July 1969
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Astronaut equipment, 1969
Illustration indicating the different pieces of clothing and equipment worn by American astronauts Armstrong and Edwin Buzz Aldrin for their lunar landing in July 1969. Date: 1969

Apollo 11 lunar landings, July 1969
Page from The Illustrated London News showing four photographs of American astronaut Edwin Buzz Aldrin walking about and conducting scientific experiements on the moon, taken by Neil Armstrong

US Astronaut Buzz Aldrin, walking on the Moon July 20 1969. Taken during the first Lunar landing of the Apollo 11 space mission by NASA

Apollo 11 launch, 16 July 1969
Apollo 11 launch. US flag flying as the Apollo 11 Saturn V rocket launched at 09:32 local time (EDT) on 16 July 1969. On board were US astronauts Armstrong, Michael Collins and Aldrin

APOLLO 11: MISSION CONTROL. Interior view of the Mission Operations Control Room in the Mission Control Center at Houston, Texas during the Apollo 11 mission

SPACE: APOLLO 11. President Richard M. Nixon applauds astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Edwin Buzz Aldrin in the quarantine trailer, 1969

Apollo 11 lunar module, computer artwork
Apollo 11 lunar module. Computer artwork of Apollo 11s lunar module LM-5 Eagle. Apollo 11 was the first manned lunar landing mission, touching down at 20:17 UTC (universal time) on 20th July 1969

Apollo moon landing. Computer artwork of an Apollo lunar module landing on the Moon. The Apollo program ran from 1961-1975 and led to six successful moon landings

Artwork of Apollo 11 lunar module on the moon
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Lunar landscape, Apollo 11 photograph
Lunar landscape, Apollo 11 orbital photograph. NASAs Apollo 11 was the first mission to put a man on the Moon, in July 1969

Apollo spacecraft, artwork
After firing its engine on the lunar far side the spacecraft accelerates and leaves the gravity field of the Moon. In this picture the Apollo command

Apollo lunar landing module. This is a training version of the landing module, on display at Mission Control in Houston, Texas, USA

APOLLO 11: SUN SHEET. Edwin Buzz Aldrin erecting a solar wind sheet designed to collect atomic particles from sun

APOLLO 11: BUZZ ALDRIN descends lunar module, Eagle, to the surface of the moon, 1969
APOLLO 11: BUZZ ALDRIN descends lunar module, " Eagle, " to the surface of the moon, 1969

APOLLO 11: LUNAR MODULE. Edwin Buzz Aldrin stands beside LM strut and probe

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"Aldrin: Leaving His Mark on the Moon's Surface" In one giant leap for mankind, Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin immortalized his presence on the lunar landscape. As he descended from the Eagle lunar module on July 20, 1969, Aldrin left behind an indelible mark - a bootprint that would forever symbolize human achievement. The iconic image of Aldrin's footprint serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable curiosity and unwavering determination. It represents our boundless capacity to explore uncharted territories and push the boundaries of what is possible. Before taking that historic step onto the Moon's surface, Aldrin embarked on an awe-inspiring journey alongside Neil Armstrong during the Apollo 11 launch. Their mission captivated millions around the world as they ventured into space, carrying with them dreams of conquering new frontiers. As Aldrin stood proudly on the Moon, his visor reflected not only his own image but also that of Armstrong and their trusty spacecraft, Eagle. This poignant reflection encapsulates their shared triumph and highlights how teamwork can propel us towards greatness. Aldrin's bootprint stands as a reminder of humankind's first tangible connection with another celestial body. It signifies our ability to overcome challenges through innovation and perseverance. Each subsequent astronaut who followed in Aldrin's footsteps would leave their own unique imprint upon this desolate yet mesmerizing terrain. Decades later, we still marvel at this extraordinary feat accomplished by Buzz Aldrin and his fellow astronauts aboard Apollo The significance of their moon landing continues to inspire generations to pursue scientific discovery and exploration beyond Earth’s confines. As we gaze up at the night sky or study images captured by NASA during those momentous days in July 1969, let us remember Buzz Aldrin – a pioneer whose footprints forever changed our understanding of what lies beyond our home planet.