John W Young Collection

Apollo 16 lunar rover, artwork
Apollo 16 lunar rover. Artwork of the US astronaut John Watts Young (born 1930) driving a lunar rover on a performance test run on the Moons surface

John Young on the lunar surface, 1972. Creator: Charles Duke
John Young on the lunar surface, 1972. Astronaut John W. Young, commander of the Apollo 16 lunar landing mission, jumps up from the lunar surface as he salutes the U.S

Gemini 10 splashdown, 1966. Creator: NASA
Gemini 10 splashdown, 1966. The Command Module of the Gemini 10 spacecraft splashes down into the sea after re-entry

Apollo 16 Command and Service Module Over the Moon, 1972. Creator: Thomas Mattingly
Apollo 16 Command and Service Module Over the Moon, 1972. In this photo, the Apollo 16 Command and Service Module (CSM) " Casper" approaches the Lunar Module (LM)

President Nixon with Dr. James Fletcher and Apollo 16 Astronauts, 1972. Creator: NASA
President Nixon with Dr. James Fletcher and Apollo 16 Astronauts, 1972. A model of the Apollo-Soyuz spacecraft with docking adapter is shown to President Richard Nixon

Apollo 10 Helicopter Recovery, 1969. Creator: NASA
Apollo 10 Helicopter Recovery, 1969. A Navy helicopter arrivies to recover the Apollo 10 astronauts, seen entering a life raft

Gemini 10 launch, Cape Kennedy, Florida, USA, 1966. Creator: NASA
Gemini 10 launch, Cape Kennedy, Florida, USA, 1966. A time-lapse photograph shows the configuration of Pad 19 up until the launch of Gemini 10. On board the spacecraft are John W

Apollo 16 Recovery, 1972. Creator: NASA
Apollo 16 Recovery, 1972. The Apollo 16 command module, with astronauts John W. Young, Thomas K. Mattingly II and Charles M. Duke Jr

President Reagan Presents Medals, 1981. Creator: NASA
President Reagan Presents Medals, 1981. President Ronald Reagan presents astronaut John Young with the Congressional Space Medal of Honor as well as NASAs Distinguished Service Medal

Astronaut Charles Duke at the Descartes landing site, Apollo 16 mission, April 1972. Charles Duke collecting lunar samples on the surface of the Moon, with the Lunar Roving Vehicle

Astronaut John Young on the lunar surface, Apollo 16 mission, April 1972. Creator: Charles Duke
Astronaut John Young on the lunar surface, Apollo 16 mission, 21 April 1972. Commander John Young performing the first Apollo 16 Spacewalk at the Apollo Lunar Surface Experiments Package (ALSEP)

Astronaut Charles Duke at the Descartes landing site, Apollo 16 mission, April 1972. Charles Duke collecting lunar samples on the surface of the Moon, with the Lunar Roving Vehicle

Astronauts being recovered from the sea, Apollo 16 mission, 27 April 1972. Creator: NASA
Astronauts being recovered from the sea, Apollo 16 mission, 27 April 1972. Prime recovery helicopter hovering over the Apollo 16 spacecraft after splashdown, 11 days after launch

Astronauts John Young and Robert Crippen after landing, April 1981. Creator: NASA
Astronauts John Young and Robert Crippen after landing, Edwards Air Force Base, California, USA, April 1981. US astronauts Young and Crippen were the two-man crew aboard the first orbiter, Columbia

Apollo 16 Lunar Module Orion on the lunar surface, April 21, 1972. Creator: Charles Duke
Apollo 16 Lunar Module Orion on the lunar surface, April 21, 1972. Astronaut John W. Young, commander of the Apollo 16 lunar landing mission

Apollo 16 exploration of the Moon, 1972 C018 / 3553
Apollo 16 exploration of the Moon. Panoramic image of the landing site of Apollo 16, the fifth and penultimate mission of the US Apollo space program

Apollo 16 astronauts. Original film strip showing three photographs taken by US astronauts on NASAs Apollo 16 mission to the Moon. Apollo 16 was the fifth Apollo mission to land on the Moon

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John W. Young was a legendary astronaut who left an indelible mark on the history of space exploration. His remarkable achievements include his involvement in the Apollo 16 mission, where he played a crucial role in operating the lunar rover, enabling groundbreaking scientific discoveries on the moon's surface. In 1972, John Young made history as he ventured onto the lunar surface alongside fellow astronaut Charles Duke, capturing breathtaking images that would forever change our perception of outer space. The iconic photograph taken by Charles Duke showcases John Young's awe-inspiring presence on the moon, serving as a testament to his bravery and determination. But John Young's contributions extend far beyond his lunar exploits. He also participated in other significant missions such as Gemini 10 and Apollo 10, showcasing his versatility and expertise in space travel. From splashdowns to recoveries, John Young consistently demonstrated exceptional skill and professionalism throughout his career. His dedication to space exploration did not go unnoticed by world leaders either. President Nixon himself recognized John Young's accomplishments when he posed alongside Dr. James Fletcher and the Apollo 16 astronauts during a historic meeting in 1972. Even after retiring from NASA, John Young continued to inspire future generations with his passion for discovery and innovation. In 1981, President Reagan honored him with medals for his outstanding service to humanity through space exploration. Astronaut Charles Duke captured another powerful image during their time on Apollo 16: Astronaut Charles Duke at the Descartes landing site—a moment frozen in time that encapsulates both their shared experience and individual triumphs. John W. Young will always be remembered as one of humanity's greatest explorers—an extraordinary pioneer who pushed boundaries beyond Earth's atmosphere while leaving behind an enduring legacy that continues to inspire us all today.