Soviet Luna 9 spacecraft
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Soviet Luna 9 spacecraft
Luna 9 spacecraft. This Soviet spacecraft made the first soft landing on the Moon, on 3rd February 1966. It sent back numerous photographs of the lunar surface. It allowed measurement to be made of several properties of the surface, such as crater structure and surface cohesiveness. The actual landing capsule is at upper right. This was ejected when the front of the spacecraft (lower left) touched the surface. The capsule landed and rolled upright before unfolding supports. Luna 9 was the third Soviet attempt to make a soft landing on the Moon
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1966 Exploration Lunar Moon Planetary Race Russian Soviet Space Craft Survey Unmanned
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This print showcases the remarkable Soviet Luna 9 spacecraft, forever etching its place in history as the first-ever soft landing on the Moon. On that momentous day of February 3rd, 1966, this pioneering spacecraft touched down gently on the lunar surface, paving the way for unprecedented discoveries and scientific advancements. Through its lens, Luna 9 captured a multitude of breathtaking photographs depicting the enigmatic lunar landscape. These images not only revealed intricate details about crater structures but also shed light on the cohesive nature of the moon's surface. The upper right corner proudly displays the actual landing capsule which was ejected upon contact with our celestial neighbor. In an awe-inspiring feat of engineering, this resilient capsule landed gracefully and rolled upright before unfolding its supports. This triumphant achievement marked a significant milestone in Soviet space exploration and further intensified their race to conquer new frontiers beyond Earth. As we gaze upon this iconic image from 1966, we are reminded of humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge and our relentless pursuit to unravel mysteries beyond our own planet. This photograph serves as a testament to mankind's indomitable spirit and unwavering determination to explore uncharted territories in search of answers that lie among distant stars.
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