Richard Millhouse Nixon Collection

Paine Appointed Administrator, Washington D. C. USA, 1969. Creator: NASA
Paine Appointed Administrator, Washington D.C. USA, 1969. President Richard M. Nixon announcing the appointment of Dr. Thomas O

Pesident Nixon visits Apollo 11 crew in quarantine. Creator: NASA
President Richard M. Nixon visits the Apollo 11 crew in quarantine aboard Recovery Ship USS Hornet, 1969

President Nixon and James Fletcher Discuss the Space Shuttle, 1972. Creator: NASA
President Nixon and James Fletcher Discuss the Space Shuttle, 1972. President Richard M. Nixon and Dr. James C. Fletcher, NASA Administrator

Replica of the plaque left on the Moon by Apollo 17 astronauts, 1972. Creator: NASA
Replica of the plaque left on the Moon by Apollo 17 astronauts, 1972. Photographic replica of the plaque that the Apollo 17 astronauts left on the Moon at the Taurus-Littrow landing site

President Nixon with Dr. James Fletcher and Apollo 16 Astronauts, 1972. Creator: NASA
President Nixon with Dr. James Fletcher and Apollo 16 Astronauts, 1972. A model of the Apollo-Soyuz spacecraft with docking adapter is shown to President Richard Nixon

Nixon given Apollo Command Module Briefing, 1974. Creator: NASA
Nixon given Apollo Command Module Briefing, 1974. President Richard M. Nixon is given a briefing on the Apollo Command Module similar to the one that will be flown on the upcoming joint U.S./U.S.S.R

President Nixon and Dr. Paine Wait to Meet Apollo 11 Astronauts, 1969. Creator: NASA
President Nixon and Dr. Paine Wait to Meet Apollo 11 Astronauts, 1969. President Richard M. Nixon and Dr. Thomas O. Paine, NASA Administrator, watch Apollo 11 astronauts Neil A

[President Richard M. Nixon Welcomes the Apollo 11 Astronauts Aboard Recovery Ship USS
President Richard M. Nixon Welcomes the Apollo 11 Astronauts Aboard Recovery Ship USS Hornet, 1969

President Nixon and Apollo 13 crewmen at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii, USA, 18 April 1970. President Richard M. Nixon and the Apollo 13 crew pay their respects to the US flag during post-mission

President Nixon meets the Apollo 11 astronauts on the lawn of the White House

American National Exhibition, Moscow, USSR, 1959. Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev (1894-1971) samples a cup of Pepsi-Cola watched by US Vice-President Ricard Nixon (1913-1994)

The signature of Richard Milhouse Nixon, 37th President of the United States, 1972. Artist: Richard Nixon
The signature of Richard Milhouse Nixon, 37th President of the United States, 1972. Nixon (1913-1994) was president from (1969-1974)

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Richard Milhous Nixon, the 37th President of the United States, was a man who left an indelible mark on American history. From his early days as Vice President under Dwight D. Eisenhower to his resignation amidst the Watergate scandal, Nixon's presidency was filled with both triumphs and controversies. In 1969, shortly after taking office, Nixon appointed Dr. Thomas O. Paine as Administrator of NASA. This decision marked a turning point in America's space program and set the stage for groundbreaking achievements in space exploration. One such achievement came in 1969 when President Nixon visited the Apollo 11 crew during their quarantine period after returning from their historic moon landing mission. The image captured by NASA shows a proud president shaking hands with Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins - heroes who had just made history. Nixon's commitment to advancing space exploration continued throughout his presidency. In 1972, he engaged in discussions with James Fletcher about the development of the Space Shuttle program - a visionary project that aimed to revolutionize human access to space. The impact of America's lunar missions was immortalized by a replica plaque left on the Moon by Apollo 17 astronauts in that same year. This symbolic gesture showcased Nixon's dedication to pushing boundaries and leaving an enduring legacy beyond Earth. President Nixon frequently met with astronauts during his time in office; one notable occasion being his encounter with Apollo 16 astronauts alongside Dr. James Fletcher in 1972. These meetings not only demonstrated support for those brave individuals venturing into outer space but also highlighted Nixon's enthusiasm for scientific progress. Even towards the end of his presidency in 1974, Richard Nixon remained invested in America's journey through space as he received a briefing on an Apollo Command Module - showcasing unwavering curiosity and interest despite facing political challenges at home. Nixon’s passion for exploring new frontiers extended beyond Earth itself; evident from his visit to the American National Exhibition in Moscow, USSR in 1959.