Plaque left on the Moon, Apollo II mission, July 1969. Creator: NASA
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Plaque left on the Moon, Apollo II mission, July 1969. Creator: NASA
Plaque left on the Moon, Apollo II mission, July 1969. Inscription on part of the Eagle. The Apollo 11 Lunar Module, code named Eagle, with US astronauts Armstrong and Aldrin on board, landed in the Sea of Tranquillity on 20 July 1969. Apollo 11 was the fifth manned Apollo mission, and was the first to land on the Moon. They left behind a plaque on the leg of the Lunar Modules descent stage, which reads: Here men from the planet Earth first set foot upon the Moon, July 1969, A.D. We came in peace for all mankind
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This print captures a significant moment in human history - the plaque left on the Moon during the Apollo II mission in July 1969. Created by NASA, this plaque holds immense symbolic value as it represents mankind's first steps on another celestial body. The inscription, located on part of the Eagle Lunar Module, reads: "Here men from the planet Earth first set foot upon the Moon, July 1969, A. D. We came in peace for all mankind". The Apollo 11 mission was a groundbreaking achievement and marked a giant leap forward in space exploration. Onboard were US astronauts Armstrong and Aldrin who landed their spacecraft in the Sea of Tranquillity. As they embarked on their historic moonwalk, they left behind this memento to commemorate their visit. This photograph not only showcases the intricate details of the plaque but also serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and adventure beyond our own planet. It symbolizes unity among nations and highlights our collective desire for peaceful exploration. As we gaze at this image today, it evokes feelings of awe and inspiration while reminding us that even seemingly impossible dreams can be realized through determination and collaboration. This remarkable piece serves as an enduring testament to one small step for man that became an extraordinary leap for mankind.
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