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Apollo 16 astronaut Thomas Mattingly in spacesuit, 1971
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Apollo 16 astronaut Thomas Mattingly in spacesuit, 1971
Apollo 16 astronaut Thomas Mattingly in spacesuit, 1971, pictured with the mission badge. Mattingly flew as the Command and Service Module pilot with astronauts, David Scott and John Young, on the Apollo 16 mission to the moon in April 1972. Mattingly remained in lunar orbit in his Command and Service Module while Young and Scott descended to become the 9th and 10th men to walk on the moon. Mattingly later flew on Space Shuttle missions 4 and 15
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1970s Apollo 16 Apollo Mission Astronaut Badge David R David R Scott John Watts John Watts Young Lunar Mission Manned Spaceflight Nasa Oxford Science Archive Scott Seventies Space Space Suit Space Travel Thomas Mattingly Young
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This print captures Apollo 16 astronaut Thomas Mattingly in his iconic spacesuit, taken during the historic lunar mission in 1971. Standing tall and proud, Mattingly is pictured alongside the mission badge, symbolizing the incredible journey he embarked upon with fellow astronauts David Scott and John Young. As the Command and Service Module pilot, Mattingly played a crucial role in this groundbreaking expedition to the moon. While Scott and Young descended to become the ninth and tenth men to walk on its surface, Mattingly remained in lunar orbit aboard his Command and Service Module. The image showcases not only the advanced technology of its time but also highlights the remarkable achievements of manned spaceflight. The vibrant colors bring life to this momentous occasion, capturing both the excitement and significance of exploring outer space. Thomas Mattingly's contributions extended beyond just this mission; he later went on to fly on Space Shuttle missions 4 and 15. His dedication to NASA's exploration efforts solidified him as an integral part of America's space program during that era. Preserved by Oxford Science Archive, this portrait serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge through scientific discovery. It stands as a testament to our collective curiosity about what lies beyond our planet Earth – an enduring legacy that continues into today's advancements in space travel.
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