Apollo 16 Recovery, 1972. Creator: NASA

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Apollo 16 Recovery, 1972. Creator: NASA

Apollo 16 Recovery, 1972. The Apollo 16 command module, with astronauts John W. Young, Thomas K. Mattingly II and Charles M. Duke Jr. aboard, nears splashdown in the central Pacific Ocean to successfully conclude a lunar landing mission. This overhead picture was taken from a recovery aircraft seconds before the spacecraft hit the water. The splashdown occurred at 290:37:06 ground elapsed time at 1:45:06 a.m. (CST), April 27, 1972, at coordinates of 00:43.2 degrees south latitude and 156:11.4 degrees west longitude, a point approximately 215 miles southeast of Christmas Island

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This print captures the historic moment of the Apollo 16 Recovery in 1972. The image showcases the Apollo 16 command module, carrying esteemed astronauts John W. Young, Thomas K. Mattingly II, and Charles M. Duke Jr. , as it approaches splashdown in the central Pacific Ocean, marking a successful conclusion to their lunar landing mission. Taken from a recovery aircraft mere seconds before touchdown, this overhead shot provides a unique perspective of the spacecraft descending towards the water's surface. The splashdown occurred at coordinates approximately 215 miles southeast of Christmas Island. The photograph encapsulates both the excitement and significance of space exploration during this era. It symbolizes America's dedication to scientific progress and its pursuit of knowledge beyond our planet's boundaries. Commander John W. Young, along with his fellow astronauts Mattingly and Duke Jr. , played instrumental roles in advancing our understanding of space travel through their bravery and expertise. As we gaze upon this remarkable image today, we are reminded not only of humanity's incredible achievements but also of NASA's unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and expanding horizons for future generations. This print serves as a testament to our collective heritage in space exploration—a reminder that through determination and innovation, mankind can conquer even the most daunting frontiers.

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