Shenzhou 5 spaceflight, artwork
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Shenzhou 5 spaceflight, artwork
Shenzhou 5 spaceflight. Artwork of the Shenzhou 5 spacecraft orbiting the Earth. This was the first human spaceflight mission flown by the Peoples Republic of China (PRC). Taikonaut Yang Liwei (born 1965) launched on 15 October 2003, made 14 orbits, and landed after 21 hours. China is the third country to have achieved independent human spaceflight, the other two being the Soviet Union and the United States in 1961. The Moon is at upper right
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15th 2003 Chinese Crewed Earth Orbit Manned Spaceflight Mission Moon October Orbiting Solar System Space Craft Space Flight
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This artwork captures a significant moment in history - the Shenzhou 5 spaceflight, China's first-ever human space mission. Created by Science Photo Library, this illustration showcases the Shenzhou 5 spacecraft gracefully orbiting our beautiful planet Earth. On October 15th, 2003, Taikonaut Yang Liwei embarked on this groundbreaking journey that lasted for 21 hours and included an impressive total of 14 orbits around our planet. This remarkable achievement marked China as the third nation to independently accomplish manned spaceflight, following in the footsteps of the Soviet Union and the United States. As we admire this stunning image, it is impossible not to notice the Moon shining brightly in the upper right corner. Its presence serves as a reminder of humanity's ever-expanding exploration into outer space and our aspirations to reach even greater heights. The intricate details depicted within this artwork highlight both China's technological prowess and its rich historical significance in advancing space exploration. It symbolizes a pivotal milestone for Chinese science and technology while showcasing their commitment to pushing boundaries in aerospace engineering. Science Photo Library has masterfully captured this iconic moment from October 15th, 2003 - forever preserving it as a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond Earth's atmosphere.
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