Photograph stamped on back "World Book Encyclopedia Science Service, inc 516 Travis Street Houston 2 Texas
Pete Conrad and Dick Gordon, two famous American astronauts, made space exploration history with their participation in the Gemini XI program. This program, which took place in 1966, was one of the key milestones in the conquest of space, enabling significant advances in space flight and orbital rendezvous technologies. Pete Conrad, known for his charismatic personality and sense of humor, piloted the capsule, while Dick Gordon played a crucial role as pilot of the service module. Their mission not only demonstrated the astronauts' skill and courage, but also paved the way for future lunar missions, testifying to the United States' determination to explore beyond our planet. The photographs of these astronauts capture the essence of a bold and innovative era in space history.
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ConditionVery goodColorsWhite, BlackMaterialPaperNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeSmallHeight35 cmWidth28 cm