John Glenn's exceptional photograph, published by NASA, captures a key moment in the history of space exploration. Taken on February 13, 1962, just seven days before his historic mission to orbit the Earth, this image bears witness to the courage and innovation that characterized the Mercury 7 program. John Glenn thus became the first American man to travel into space, marking a turning point in the space conquest of the 20th century. The photo, identified as 62-MA6-77, was taken at Cape Canaveral, an iconic space launch site. This iconic shot is a reminder not only of Glenn's remarkable achievement, but also of NASA's commitment to exploring the unknown, inspiring generations to pursue their dreams of adventure beyond the boundaries of our planet.
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ConditionExcellentColorsWhite, BlackMaterialPaperNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeSmallHeight25 cmWidth20 cm