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Fine Art Print : Apollo 17 Flight Hardware Checkout, Florida, USA, 1972. Creator: NASA
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Apollo 17 Flight Hardware Checkout, Florida, USA, 1972. Creator: NASA
Apollo 17 Flight Hardware Checkout, Florida, USA, 1972. The Kennedy Space Center launch team is continuing the checkout of Apollo 17 flight hardware for the final lunar exploration mission of Project Apollo. A mission simulation to check out the lunar roving vehicle and all its systems was successfully carried out. Participating in the test, conducted in conjunction with the Manned Spacecraft Center in Houston, Texas, were prime crew members Harrison H. Schmitt, Lunar Module Pilot, left, and Eugene A. Cernan, Commander. Rollout of the Apollo 17 space vehicle to Complex 39s Pad A was scheduled for August 28. The lunar module which would carry Cernan and Schmitt down to the lunar surface is visible in the background
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of space exploration history with our Fine Art Print of Apollo 17 Flight Hardware Checkout. Captured by NASA from Heritage Images in 1972, this stunning image showcases the Kennedy Space Center launch team meticulously checking out Apollo 17's flight hardware in Florida. Add this unique piece to your home or office to inspire a sense of wonder and appreciation for the incredible achievements of mankind's journey into space. This high-quality Fine Art Print is a must-have for any space enthusiast or art collector.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 46.7cm x 50.8cm (18.4" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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.
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The print captures a significant moment in the history of space exploration - the Apollo 17 Flight Hardware Checkout at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, USA, in 1972. This final lunar exploration mission of Project Apollo was meticulously prepared by the dedicated team at NASA. In this particular image, we see prime crew members Harrison H. Schmitt and Eugene A. Cernan participating in a successful mission simulation to test the lunar roving vehicle and its systems. The black and white composition adds a timeless quality to this iconic snapshot from the 20th century. The lunar module, which would transport Cernan and Schmitt to the moon's surface, is visible in the background, serving as a reminder of their imminent journey into outer space. This photograph not only showcases American innovation but also highlights the expertise and dedication of engineers and astronauts who made these groundbreaking missions possible. It symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge through science and exploration. As we reflect on this historic moment captured by NASA's lens, we are reminded of how far we have come since those early days of space travel. This image serves as a testament to our collective ambition to push boundaries beyond Earth's atmosphere while inspiring future generations to continue reaching for new horizons in space exploration.
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