Brick Moon Space Station Concept, 1869. Creator: NASA

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Brick Moon Space Station Concept, 1869. Creator: NASA

Brick Moon Space Station Concept, 1869. Artists impression. " The Brick Moon" was the title of an article published in the Atlantic Monthly by Edward Everett Hale in 1869. This piece was the first known proposal for an Earth-orbiting satellite. Hale envisioned that the satellite could be used by mariners as a navigational aid. He believed it would be the longitudinal companion to the latitudinal North Star. In 1869, this story was considered fantasy but in retrospect " The Brick Moon" foreshadowed the need for a space station and some of its technologies

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This print showcases the "Brick Moon Space Station Concept" from 1869, a visionary idea proposed by Edward Everett Hale in his article published in the Atlantic Monthly. In this artist's impression, we witness a futuristic space station made entirely of bricks, suspended above Earth's atmosphere. Hale's groundbreaking concept aimed to create an Earth-orbiting satellite that would serve as a navigational aid for mariners. He envisioned it as the celestial counterpart to the North Star, providing longitudinal guidance for seafarers. Although considered fantastical at the time, "The Brick Moon" now stands as a remarkable foreshadowing of our eventual need for space stations and their associated technologies. This 19th-century image captures both the Victorian era's fascination with exploration and science fiction elements that were prevalent during that time. The scaffold-like structure supporting the brick moon adds an unusual touch to this imaginative depiction of space travel. As we reflect on NASA's heritage and its role in pushing boundaries beyond our planet, this photograph serves as a reminder of how early ideas can shape future advancements. While commercial use is not mentioned here, it highlights humanity's enduring curiosity about space exploration and our ongoing quest to unlock its mysteries.

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