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Launch of vostok 1 rocket carrying yuri gagarin, soon to be the first man in space, in 1961, this is a still from a soviet film about the space program
Filename: 270656.jpg
Size: 5100 x 3574 (13.8MB)
Date: 22nd August 2023
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Sovfoto / Universal Images Group
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Launch of vostok 1 rocket carrying yuri gagarin, soon to be the first man in space, in 1961, this is a still from a soviet film about the space program
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1960s Cold War Gagarin Industry Launch Rocket Russian Science Soviet Space Program Space Race Vostok Vostok 1 Launches
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a historic moment in human exploration - the launch of Vostok 1 rocket carrying Yuri Gagarin, who would soon become the first man to venture into space. Taken in 1961, this still is extracted from a Soviet film that delves into their ambitious space program. The image showcases the sheer power and technological marvel of the Vostok rocket as it propels Gagarin towards uncharted territories. In an era defined by intense competition between superpowers during the Cold War, this monumental achievement symbolizes not only scientific progress but also political prowess. The Russian space program aimed to showcase Soviet dominance in industry, science, and ultimately space exploration itself. As Gagarin embarks on his groundbreaking journey, he becomes an emblematic figure representing mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge and discovery. The photograph encapsulates both the excitement and tension surrounding this pivotal event in history. It serves as a reminder of humanity's innate curiosity and our collective ability to push boundaries beyond what was once thought possible. This single frame immortalizes a significant milestone that forever changed our understanding of outer space while igniting dreams for future generations to explore even further. Credit: Sovfoto / Universal Images Group (UIG)
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