Third Salyut 7 space station crew, 1984

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Third Salyut 7 space station crew, 1984

Third Salyut 7 space station crew, after landing near Arkalyk in Kazakhstan, USSR, on 2nd October 1984. From left to right they are: Leonid Kizim, spacecraft commander; Vladimir Solovyov, flight engineer; and Oleg Atkov, researcher. These three Soviet cosmonauts had spent nearly 8 months carrying out scientific and technical experiments on the Salyut 7 space station. They launched to the space station in the Soyuz T-10 spacecraft on 8 February 1984, and returned to Earth on the Soyuz T-11 spacecraft, landing on 2nd October 1984

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1900s 1984 Astronaut Astronauts Cosmonaut Cosmonauts Crew Flight Forties Landed Landing Manned Spaceflight Relaxing Researcher Return Russian Salyut Sitting Soviet Space Flight Space Station Space Suit Thirties 2 October Crewmembers Returned

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the historic moment of the Third Salyut 7 space station crew after their safe return to Earth on October 2nd, 1984. Pictured from left to right are Leonid Kizim, Vladimir Solovyov, and Oleg Atkov; three remarkable Soviet cosmonauts who had just completed an incredible eight-month mission aboard the Salyut 7 space station. Having launched on February 8th, 1984, in the Soyuz T-10 spacecraft, these brave individuals dedicated themselves to conducting a wide range of scientific and technical experiments while orbiting our planet. Now back on solid ground near Arkalyk in Kazakhstan, USSR, they can finally relax and reflect upon their extraordinary journey. The image showcases these accomplished men sitting together with expressions that reveal both exhaustion and fulfillment. Their white spacesuits serve as a reminder of the immense challenges faced during their manned spaceflight. As pioneers in this field during the late twentieth century, they have etched their names into history books alongside other renowned astronauts. This photograph is not just a testament to human achievement but also serves as a powerful symbol of international cooperation and exploration beyond our earthly boundaries. It stands as a tribute to those who push the limits of what is possible and inspire future generations to reach for the stars.

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