Cushion : A-type rocket carrying a Vostok manned spacecraft
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A-type rocket carrying a Vostok manned spacecraft
View of an A-type rocket, carrying a Vostok manned spacecraft, being prepared for launch at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in central Asia. The rocket has four liquid-propellant strap-on boosters surrounding a central main engine. The Vostok spacecraft was a sphere only 2.3 metres in diameter and carried one cosmonaut. The first man to fly in space, Yuri Gagarin, made his flight in Vostok 1 on 12 April 1961
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Media ID 6457987
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Flight Manned Spaceflight Program Programme Russian Soviet
Medium 18" Cushion (46x46cm)
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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This print captures a momentous chapter in the history of space exploration. Standing tall at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in central Asia, an A-type rocket takes center stage as it prepares to launch a Vostok manned spacecraft into the unknown depths of outer space. The sheer power and ingenuity behind this groundbreaking endeavor are evident in every detail. The A-type rocket is an awe-inspiring sight with its four liquid-propellant strap-on boosters encircling a central main engine. This formidable combination symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and our unyielding determination to push beyond the boundaries of Earth. Nestled within this technological marvel is the Vostok spacecraft, a compact sphere measuring only 2.3 meters in diameter. Within its confines lies the dreams and aspirations of one brave cosmonaut who will embark on an extraordinary journey that will forever change our understanding of what is possible. It was within this very vessel that Yuri Gagarin made history on April 12,1961, becoming the first human to venture into space aboard Vostok 1. This remarkable feat marked a pivotal moment for both Russian and Soviet space programs, propelling mankind further towards unlocking the mysteries of our universe. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, we are reminded not only of humanity's incredible achievements but also of our boundless potential to explore new frontiers and conquer seemingly insurmountable challenges.
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