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Launch Of Prospero
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Launch Of Prospero
The satellite Prospero X-3 is launched from the RaF test range in Woomera, South Australia, by a British Black Arrow carrier rocket, 28th October 1971. (Photo by Central Press/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Antonia Hille
Launch Of Prospero
Media ID 9871189
© 2009 Getty Images
1970 1979 Black And White Consumerproduct Crane Diry Rocket Science And Technology South Australia Space Exploration Taking Off Raaf Space Mission Woomera
Capturing History - The Launch of Prospero X-3
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the historic moment when the satellite Prospero X-3 embarked on its space mission. On a crisp day, amidst the vastness of Woomera in South Australia, a British Black Arrow carrier rocket stands tall, ready for liftoff. The image showcases the sheer power and technological marvel that was involved in this significant event. The absence of people allows us to focus solely on the grandeur of this scientific achievement. A towering crane looms nearby, emphasizing the magnitude of this endeavor as it supports the rocket's launch. Against an open sky backdrop, we witness Prospero X-3 taking off into uncharted territory - outer space. This photograph not only captures a pivotal moment in science and technology but also symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge through space exploration. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our insatiable curiosity about what lies beyond our planet. Antonia Hille skillfully preserves this iconic snapshot from 1971 with her impeccable attention to detail. Through her lens, she immortalizes an extraordinary chapter in history that forever changed our understanding of space travel and satellite communication. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, we are reminded that even decades later, it continues to inspire awe and wonderment at how far we have come in unraveling the mysteries of our universe.
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