Us-Spacewalk. Shuttle Discovery Astronaut Carl Walz

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Us-Spacewalk. Shuttle Discovery Astronaut Carl Walz

Shuttle Discovery Astronaut Carl Walz (L) works with a wrench 16 September 1993 as the shuttle approaches sunrise. Astronaut James Newman works with a foot restraint in the aft of the cargo bay. The two are evaluating tools and procedures to be used later this year to repair the Hubble Telescope. / AFP PHOTO / NASA VIDEO

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In this print captured by Agence France-Presse (AFP), we witness the awe-inspiring sight of two astronauts, Carl Walz and James Newman, as they embark on a spacewalk from the Shuttle Discovery. The year is 1993, and against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunrise, these brave explorers are seen diligently working to evaluate tools and procedures that will be crucial in repairing the iconic Hubble Telescope later that year. As our eyes are drawn to Astronaut Carl Walz in the foreground, we see him intently focused on his task at hand – wielding a wrench with precision and expertise. Meanwhile, Astronaut James Newman can be observed further back in the cargo bay area, engrossed in his work with a foot restraint. Together, their efforts symbolize humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and advancement in technology. This image not only showcases NASA's commitment to pushing boundaries but also highlights our collective fascination with outer space. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come as a species – venturing into uncharted territories beyond Earth's atmosphere. The vastness of space stretches out before them; galaxies upon galaxies forming an ethereal backdrop for their extraordinary mission. This photograph encapsulates both human ingenuity and our insatiable curiosity about what lies beyond our planet. Through this remarkable visual narrative captured by AFP on behalf of NASA VIDEO, we are reminded once again that exploration knows no bounds when it comes to unraveling the mysteries of our universe.

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