Luna 3, Soviet postcard

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Luna 3, Soviet postcard

Luna 3, Soviet postcard. The postmark and stamp (both at upper right) show the Luna 3 spacecraft and the date (7 October 1959) that it took the first pictures of the far side of the Moon (depicted on the stamp). This Soviet unmanned spacecraft had been launched on 4 October 1959. It obtained 29 pictures as its trajectory took it past the Moon. The artwork at left shows the spacecraft as its orbit brought it back towards Earth. On 18 October 1959 it successfully transmitted around 17 of its pictures. Contact with the spacecraft was lost on 22 October 1959. Also shown here is the CCCP acronym for the USSR, and the Soviet hammer and sickle symbol

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This print showcases a Soviet postcard featuring the Luna 3 spacecraft, which holds great historical significance in the realm of space exploration. The upper right corner proudly displays a postmark and stamp depicting the Luna 3 spacecraft alongside the date, October 7th, 1959. This remarkable mission marked a pivotal moment as it captured and transmitted the first-ever images of the far side of the Moon. Launched on October 4th, 1959, this unmanned Soviet spacecraft embarked on an extraordinary journey that yielded a total of 29 photographs during its trajectory past our celestial neighbor. The artwork on the left beautifully illustrates how Luna 3's orbit brought it back towards Earth after its pioneering mission to photograph uncharted lunar territory. The postcard also features notable symbols such as CCCP, representing the USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics), and the iconic hammer and sickle emblem synonymous with Soviet Russia. These symbols serve as reminders of this groundbreaking technological achievement during an era characterized by intense competition in space exploration between nations. This commemorative piece serves not only as a souvenir but also as a testament to human ingenuity and scientific progress. It encapsulates an important chapter in history when mankind ventured beyond Earth's boundaries to uncover new frontiers through innovative technology and relentless curiosity.

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