Rocket Space Collection

Space-Apollo-Saturn V
An undated picture shows the Saturn V Moon Rocket, The Saturn V was the largest operational launch vehicle ever produced, used by NASAs Apollo and Skylab programs from 1967 until 1973

Us-Space-Moon-Apollo Xi-Spectators
This NASA handout picture taken on July 16, 1969, shows some of the thousands of people who camped out on beaches and roads adjacent to the Kennedy Space Center to watch the Apollo 11 mission Liftoff

Apollo 17 lifts off from launch complex on December 07, 1972
The Apollo 17 space vehicle carrying US astronauts Harrison Schmitt, Eugene Cernan and Ronald Evans lifts off from launch complex on December 07, 1972 at Kennedy space center

Us-Space-Apollo XIV
Apollo 14 rocket takes off from launch pad on January 31, 1971. The Apollo XIV mission, the third mission to land on the moon, was launched on January 31, 1971 and landed on the moon on February 5

Apollo-Space Capsule
The space command capsule of the first Apollo, 07 July 1968, build by the North American Rockwells Space Division for an orbiter stay during ten days with three men

Usa-Space-Apollo VI
A picture taken on February 6, 1968 at the Kennedy Space Center shows Apollo VI, the second and last unmanned space vehicule in the National Aeronautics

Moon-Apollo VII
Picture showing the Apollo VII spacecraft before it was launched in October 1968 in Houston. / AFP PHOTO

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A picture taken on March 3, 1969 at the Kennedy Space Center shows the launching of the Apollo 9 space shuttle, the first manned flight of the Command Service Module with the Lunar Module

Space-Race-Juno I-Explorer 1
A drawing shows the Juno I rocket which was launched on February 1, 1958 putting Explorer 1 into orbit. Explorer 1 was the first Earth satellite of the United States. AFP PHOTO NASA / AFP PHOTO / NASA

Us-Space-Moon-Apollo 12
The Saturn V space vehicle lifts off from Launch Complex on November 14, 1969, at Kennedy Space Center, Florida, on the Apollo XII United States second manned lunar landing mission

Us-Shuttle Lift-Off
Florida: The Shuttle Columbia lifts off from launch pad 30-A 25 June 1992 carrying a crew of seven for a thirteen day flight, the longest flight to date for the shuttle fleet. / AFP PHOTO / STAFF

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The Space Shuttle Columbia lifts-off 22 October 1992 carrying a crew of six for a ten-day science mission. Columbias crew will study the Earths gravitational fields and movement of the Earths crust

Us-Shuttle Columbia, Horizon
The Space Shuttle Columbia is reflected in a marsh 18 October 1993 as it lifts off from launch pad 39-B at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, US

Us-Shuttle Launch
Fla: The Shuttle Endeavour lifts off on its maiden voyage late 07 May 1992 carrying a crew of seven. / AFP PHOTO / BOB PEARSON

Shuttle Takes Off
circa 1981: NASAs manned space shuttle taking off. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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"Rocket Space: A Journey to the Stars" In the vast expanse of space, where dreams and possibilities collide, rockets have been our vessels of exploration. From the iconic Apollo missions to the mighty Saturn V, these marvels of engineering have propelled us towards new frontiers. The United States embarked on an extraordinary adventure with its Apollo program, aiming for nothing less than landing humans on the moon. Spectators watched in awe as Apollo XI's Saturn V rocket lifted off from launch complex on July 16th, 1969, forever etching this historic moment into our collective memory. Years later, in December 1972, Apollo XVII followed suit and soared towards the heavens. The sight of this majestic spacecraft ascending into orbit left spectators breathless once again. It was a testament to human ingenuity and determination that we could conquer such immense challenges. But it wasn't just about reaching for distant celestial bodies; it was also about pushing boundaries closer to home. The Apollo XIV mission showcased the resilience of our astronauts as they braved unknown dangers within their space capsule. As time went on, more missions like Apollo VI and VII continued to captivate us with their lunar explorations. Each step taken by these brave men brought us closer to unraveling the mysteries held by Earth's only natural satellite - the Moon. However, rockets weren't limited to just lunar endeavors; they played a crucial role in shaping America's dominance during the Space Race era. From Juno I launching Explorer 1 into orbit to propel scientific discoveries forward, every lift-off represented another victory in this fierce competition between nations. Apollo XII further solidified America's prowess when it successfully landed humans on the moon once again. This remarkable achievement proved that we were not content with resting on past glories but rather driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and exploration. And then came a new era – one marked by shuttles lifting off from Earth's surface.