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Arabia and Africa seen from space, Apollo 17
View of part of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, seen from Apollo 17. Astronaut Eugene Cernan took this picture as Apollo 17 headed out toward the Moon in December 1972. Cernan was the mission commander for this, the final flight in the Apollo Moon programme. Apollo 17 was launched on 7 December 1972. Cernan and Harrison Schmitt stayed on the Moon for 75 hours, whilst Ronald Evans manned the orbiting command module. The mission, and the manned exploration of the Moon in the Apollo programme, ended with a splashdown on 19 December 1972
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the breathtaking view of our planet with the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring "Arabia and Africa from Space, Apollo 17" by Science Photo Library. This iconic image captures a unique perspective of Earth, showcasing part of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula as seen from space during the historic Apollo 17 mission in December 1972. Astronaut Eugene Cernan captured this stunning view as they journeyed towards the Moon, offering a rare and awe-inspiring glimpse into the vastness of our world. Bring this extraordinary image into your home or office as a reminder of humanity's incredible achievements and the beauty of our planet.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.7cm (10" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a breathtaking view of Arabia and Africa as seen from space during the Apollo 17 mission. Taken by astronaut Eugene Cernan in December 1972, this image captures a mesmerizing perspective of our planet. As Apollo 17 embarked on its journey towards the Moon, Cernan immortalized this stunning scene that highlights part of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Eugene Cernan served as the mission commander for Apollo 17, marking it as the final flight in the historic Apollo Moon program. Launched on December 7th, 1972, this mission was a culmination of years of exploration and discovery. During their time on the lunar surface, Cernan and Harrison Schmitt spent an impressive 75 hours conducting experiments and collecting samples while Ronald Evans manned the orbiting command module. The significance of this photograph extends beyond its aesthetic appeal; it symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit to unravel the mysteries beyond Earth's boundaries. The successful completion of Apollo 17 marked not only an end to an era but also paved the way for future scientific endeavors in space exploration. As we gaze upon this remarkable image captured by Science Photo Library, let us reflect on how far we have come in our quest to understand our place in the universe. It serves as a reminder that through determination and innovation, humankind can achieve extraordinary feats that were once unimaginable.
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