Monkey in a spacesuit

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Monkey in a spacesuit

Monkey in a spacesuit. Sam, a male rhesus monkey (Macaca mulatta), wearing a fibreglass couch spacesuit. Sam was launched on the Little Joe 2 rocket on 4th December 1959. He survived an 11 minute and 06 second flight

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Media ID 6443861

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1900s 1959 Mammal Mercury Program Monkey Preparation Primate Programme Rhesus Monkey Space Flight Space Suit Us A Macaca Mulatta Mono Chrome

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Science Photo Library takes us back to a significant moment in history - the pioneering days of space exploration. Captured in stunning monochrome, it showcases "Sam" a male rhesus monkey, donning a specially designed fibreglass couch spacesuit. Sam's remarkable journey began on December 4th, 1959 when he was launched aboard the Little Joe 2 rocket as part of the Mercury program. As we gaze at this image, we are reminded of the immense preparation and groundbreaking advancements that paved the way for human spaceflight. Sam's successful survival during his impressive 11-minute and 06-second flight marked an important milestone in our understanding of how living organisms could withstand the rigors of space travel. The photograph not only highlights Sam's role as an intrepid explorer but also serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable curiosity about what lies beyond our planet. It symbolizes our relentless pursuit to push boundaries and venture into uncharted territories. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the convergence of science, technology, and nature. The juxtaposition between Sam – a wild mammal representing Earth's diverse fauna – and his futuristic spacesuit is both awe-inspiring and thought-provoking. Let this extraordinary image serve as a reminder that even amidst vast unknowns, humans have always strived to reach for the stars with unwavering determination.

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