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Gemini 10 launch, Cape Kennedy, Florida, USA, 1966. Creator: NASA
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Gemini 10 launch, Cape Kennedy, Florida, USA, 1966. Creator: NASA
Gemini 10 launch, Cape Kennedy, Florida, USA, 1966. A time-lapse photograph shows the configuration of Pad 19 up until the launch of Gemini 10. On board the spacecraft are John W. Young and Michael Collins, (future Apollo 11 Command Module pilot). The two astronauts would spend almost three days practicing docking with the Agena target vehicle and conducting a number of experiments. During the mission, Collins became the first person to perform two extravehicular activities
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This print captures the historic Gemini 10 launch at Cape Kennedy, Florida, in 1966. Taken by NASA, the time-lapse photograph showcases the meticulous configuration of Pad 19 leading up to this groundbreaking moment. Onboard the spacecraft are two remarkable astronauts: John W. Young and Michael Collins, who would later become the Apollo 11 Command Module pilot. During their mission, which lasted nearly three days, Young and Collins practiced docking with the Agena target vehicle and conducted various experiments. Notably, Collins made history as he became the first person to perform two extravehicular activities in space. The image itself portrays a significant era in American space exploration during the mid-20th century. The vibrant colors add depth to this snapshot of an extraordinary achievement for both science and humanity. As we gaze upon this piece from Heritage Images' collection, we are reminded of our country's unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries beyond Earth's atmosphere. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance in pursuit of knowledge and discovery. Let us cherish this visual representation of a pivotal moment in space travel history—a reminder that through collaboration between brilliant minds like Young's and Collins', we can reach unimaginable heights among the stars.
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