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Apollo 16 Lunar Module Orion on the lunar surface, April 21, 1972. Creator: Charles Duke
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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, works at the Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV) just prior to deployment of the Apollo Lunar Surface Experiments Package (ALSEP) during the first extravehicular activity (EVA-1). The Lunar Module (LM) " Orion" is on the right. Note the Ultraviolet (UV) Camera/Spectrometer to the right of the ladder. The pile of protective/thermal foil under the U.S. flag on the LM was pulled away by the astronauts to get to the Modular Equipment Storage Assembly (MESA) bay. While Young and LM pilot Charles M. Duke Jr (who took this picture) descended in the " Orion" to explore the Descartes highlands landing site, astronaut Thomas K. Mattingly II, command module pilot, remained with the Command and Service Modules (CSM) " Casper" in lunar orbit
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This print captures a significant moment in space exploration history. Taken by astronaut Charles Duke during the Apollo 16 mission on April 21,1972, it showcases the Lunar Module Orion resting on the lunar surface. In this image, Commander John W. Young can be seen diligently working at the Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV) just before deploying the Apollo Lunar Surface Experiments Package (ALSEP) during their first extravehicular activity (EVA-1). The LM Orion stands proudly on the right side of the frame, while an Ultraviolet Camera/Spectrometer is positioned to its right. A pile of protective/thermal foil lies beneath the United States flag on the LM, having been pulled away by astronauts to access equipment storage. As Young and LM pilot Charles M. Duke Jr descended in Orion to explore Descartes highlands landing site, astronaut Thomas K. Mattingly II remained with Command and Service Modules "Casper" in lunar orbit. This photograph not only represents a remarkable achievement for America's space program but also symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond Earth's boundaries. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination as we ventured into uncharted territory. Preserved through time, this image offers us a glimpse into one of mankind's greatest accomplishments – setting foot on another celestial body and expanding our understanding of our place within the vastness of our solar system.
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