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Soviet GIRD-09 rocket, 1933
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Soviet GIRD-09 rocket, 1933
Soviet GIRD-09 rocket. This was the first Soviet liquid-propelled rocket. GIRD 09, was launched on 17th August 1933, in the Nakhabino forests, near Moscow, Russia. The rocket was launched by members of the Moscow Group for Reactive Motion (GIRD). It reached a height of 400 metres, landing 150 metres from the launch site. Photographed in August 1933
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of space exploration - the launch of the Soviet GIRD-09 rocket in 1933. This groundbreaking event marked the first successful flight of a liquid-propelled rocket by the Moscow Group for Reactive Motion (GIRD) in Russia. Taken in August 1933, this image showcases the early stages of technological advancements that would shape future space missions. The monochrome aesthetic adds a sense of nostalgia and highlights the pioneering spirit behind this achievement. Located in the Nakhabino forests near Moscow, Russia, this historic launch took place outdoors, symbolizing mankind's quest to conquer new frontiers beyond Earth's atmosphere. The rocket soared to an impressive height of 400 meters before gracefully descending just 150 meters away from its launch site. The GIRD-09 rocket represents a pivotal moment not only for Russian engineering but also for global missile development during the 20th century. It laid down foundations for further advancements in rocket science and paved the way for future space flights. As we admire this remarkable photograph, we are reminded of how far humanity has come since those early days of experimentation and innovation. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding desire to explore what lies beyond our earthly boundaries.
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