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A technician adjusts the microphones for astronaut Virg?
A technician adjusts the microphones for astronaut Virgil ?Gus? Grissom prior to his delayed flight which was cancelled due to bad weather, 19 July 1961. Date: 1961
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© The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library)/Mary Evans Picture Library
1961 Adjusts Astronaut Cancelled Delayed Grissom Microphones Prior Technician Virgil Aeronautics
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the thrill of space exploration with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of a technician fine-tuning astronaut Virgil "Gus" Grissom's microphones before his delayed launch on July 19, 1961. This historic moment, captured by Mary Evans Prints Online, is now available in stunning metallic brilliance. Each print is crafted with precision and care, ensuring a high-quality, long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Relive the excitement of the space race and celebrate the spirit of human achievement with this captivating piece of history.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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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In this evocative photograph, a dedicated technician meticulously adjusts the microphones of astronaut Virgil "Gus" Grissom in the bustling preparations leading up to his delayed launch on July 19, 1961. The date would go down in history as a significant one for the American space program, as Grissom was slated to become the second American to orbit Earth, following the groundbreaking mission of Alan Shepard just over a month prior. However, the indefatigable spirit of the space age was not without its challenges. As Grissom, clad in his iconic white pressure suit, gazes intently at the technician with a focused expression, the ominous clouds looming in the background serve as a stark reminder of the unpredictable forces of nature. The impending bad weather had forced a cancellation of the scheduled launch, leaving Grissom and his team in a state of tense anticipation. The intricate dance of technology and human ingenuity is on full display in this image, as the technician fine-tunes the microphones, ensuring that Grissom's voice would be clearly transmitted to the ground crew and the millions of people around the world eagerly awaiting his historic journey. The scene is a poignant reminder of the relentless pursuit of progress and the unwavering determination of the brave men and women who dared to reach for the stars. This photograph, a captivating portrait from the annals of aeronautical history, offers a rare glimpse into the human side of space exploration, revealing the intricacies of the preparations that went into making history.
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