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CCMTA Pad 18A Vanguard prior to launch
CCMTA, Pad 18A, Vanguard prior to launch. April 1958. Date: 1958
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating CCMTA Pad 18A Vanguard Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an exclusive addition to our collection of high-quality art prints. This extraordinary image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, perfectly captures the essence of history with its stunning depiction of the CCMTA Pad 18A Vanguard prior to its iconic launch in April 1958. Experience the allure of the past as you bring this captivating image into your home or office. Our Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted using premium materials and state-of-the-art printing techniques, ensuring a vibrant, long-lasting representation of this iconic moment. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your decor with the CCMTA Pad 18A Vanguard Canvas Print – an exceptional piece that is sure to inspire conversation and admiration. Order yours today and join the ranks of those who appreciate the beauty and significance of the past.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw power and innovation of the Vanguard rocket, sitting majestically on Pad 18A at the Cape Canaveral Missile Test Annex in April 1958. The Vanguard, an American single-stage liquid-fueled ballistic missile and the first successful American intercontinental ballistic missile, was a significant milestone in the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union. The image shows the rocket undergoing final preparations before its launch, with the countdown clock prominently displayed on the pad. The Vanguard's sleek, streamlined design and towering height are a testament to the engineering prowess of the time. The surrounding landscape is barren, with only the essential equipment and personnel present, adding to the sense of anticipation and excitement. The Vanguard program was a collaborative effort between the United States Army Ballistic Missile Agency and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and this photograph offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the space program during its infancy. The successful launch of the Vanguard on December 6, 1958, marked a pivotal moment in the history of space exploration and paved the way for future achievements, including the first American satellite, Explorer 1, which was launched just a few weeks later. This photograph is a reminder of the groundbreaking achievements of the past and the enduring allure of space travel. It transports us back to a time when the possibilities seemed limitless and the future was filled with wonder and excitement.
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