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The Russian Soyuz TMA-9 rocket carrying the worlds first female space tourist, Anoushen Ansari, US Astronaut Michael Lopez-Alegria and Russian cosmonaut Mikhail Tyurin takes off from the Baikonur cosmodrome, in Kazakhstan, early 18 September 2006. The Soyuz TMA-9 spacecraft carrying the worlds first female tourist and the two professional astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) has successfully entered orbit, officials at the Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan said. AFP PHOTO / MAXIM MARMUR / AFP PHOTO / MAXIM MARMUR
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In this photo print, the Russian Soyuz TMA-9 rocket pierces through the Earth's atmosphere, carrying a historic payload of space explorers. The date is September 18,2006, and it marks a significant milestone in human space travel. On board are three individuals who will forever be etched in history - Anousheh Ansari, the world's first female space tourist; US Astronaut Michael Lopez-Alegria; and Russian cosmonaut Mikhail Tyurin. The image captures the awe-inspiring moment as the rocket takes off from the Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. Flames engulf its base as it propels upwards towards outer space. This launch symbolizes not only scientific progress but also international collaboration between Russia and the United States. As officials at Baikonur confirm that their spacecraft has successfully entered orbit, one can only imagine the mix of excitement and nervousness felt by these brave pioneers. Their journey will take them to none other than the International Space Station (ISS), where they will conduct groundbreaking research and push boundaries previously unexplored. Photographer Maxim Marmur skillfully portrays this monumental event with his vertical composition capturing both portrait-like details of each astronaut and an expansive view of their surroundings. Through his lens, we witness not just a rocket lift-off but also humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond our planet. This print serves as a reminder that dreams can become reality when nations unite for a common purpose - reaching for the stars
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