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Framed Print : Mercury-Atlas 3 rocket launch, 1961
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Mercury-Atlas 3 rocket launch, 1961
Mercury-Atlas 3 rocket launch. The small Mercury spacecraft (black) on top of the Atlas rocket is 2 metres long and only large enough for one crew member. The Launch Escape System tower and rocket are seen above the spacecraft. This unmanned test launch lifted off at 11:15 EST on 25 April 1961 from Cape Canaveral, Florida, USA. It was detonated about 40 seconds later, with the spacecraft recovered for examination. Project Mercury took place from 1959 to 1963, succeeding in putting the first US astronaut in space on 5 May 1961. A total of six missions were flown, with four using the 29-metre long Atlas rocket
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1900s 1960s 1961 Atlas Cape Canaveral Column Exhaust Gases Flames Florida Gantry Kennedy Space Center Launch Pad Mercury North American Rocket Rocketry Space Flight Space Race Spacecraft Spaceflight Take Off Test Unmanned Atlas Rocket Project Mercury
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our Mercury-Atlas 3 Framed Print from Media Storehouse and the Science Photo Library. Witness the historic moment of the Mercury-Atlas 3 rocket launch in 1961, as the small Mercury spacecraft rides atop the powerful Atlas rocket. This captivating image brings the excitement of space exploration's early days right into your home or office. Perfect for space enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the wonder of scientific discovery. Add this unique piece to your collection and relive the thrill of humanity's first steps into the cosmos.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.7cm x 24.4cm (7.8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the historic Mercury-Atlas 3 rocket launch that took place in 1961. Standing tall at Cape Canaveral, Florida, the Atlas rocket with its Launch Escape System tower looms above the small but mighty Mercury spacecraft. Measuring a mere two meters long, this compact vessel was designed to accommodate only one crew member. The photograph freezes a moment in time as the unmanned test launch commences at precisely 11:15 EST on April 25th. However, just forty seconds later, an explosive detonation occurs, marking the end of this particular mission. Despite its short-lived flight, the spacecraft is recovered for thorough examination and analysis. Project Mercury spanned from 1959 to 1963 and played a pivotal role in American space exploration history. It successfully achieved its goal of sending the first US astronaut into space on May 5th, 1961. Throughout six missions conducted under Project Mercury's umbrella, four utilized the impressive Atlas rocket measuring an astonishing twenty-nine meters long. As exhaust gases billow out from beneath it and flames engulf its base during takeoff, this monochrome image encapsulates both technological prowess and historical significance. The photo serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination during an era marked by intense competition in space exploration between nations - commonly known as the Space Race. Preserved by Science Photo Library for future generations to admire and study, this remarkable snapshot showcases not only advancements in rocketry but also represents a significant milestone in United States' journey towards conquering outer space.
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