Alan Shepard Collection

First US manned space flight, 1961. Redstone rocket launching the Freedom 7 capsule into space on 5th May 1961

Mercury Astronauts Receiving the Collier Trophy, White House, Washington, USA, 1963. NASA Administrator James E

Kennedy and Shepard in Washington D. C. 1961. Creator: NASA
Kennedy and Shepard in Washington D.C. 1961. President John F. Kennedy congratulates astronaut Alan B. Shepard, Jr

Shepard hoisted from Mercury capsule, 1961. Creator: NASA
Shepard hoisted from Mercury capsule, 1961. A U.S. Marine helicopter recovery team hoists astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr

Kennedy Presents Award to Gilruth, 1962. Creator: NASA
Kennedy Presents Award to Gilruth, 1962. US President John F. Kennedy presents Dr. Robert R

Apollo 14 EVA View, lunar surface, 1971. Creator: Edgar Mitchell
Apollo 14 EVA View, lunar surface, 1971. Astronaut Edgar D. Mitchell, lunar module pilot, photographed this sweeping view showing fellow Moon-explorer astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr

Antares on the Fra Mauro Highlands, lunar surface, 1971. Creator: Edgar Mitchell
Antares on the Fra Mauro Highlands, lunar surface, 1971. A front view of the Apollo 14 Lunar Module " Antares", which reflects a circular flare caused by the brilliant sun

President Kennedy tours Mercury Control Center, Cape Canaveral, Florida, USA, 1962. President John F

Capsule, Mercury #15B, ca. 1963. Creator: McDonnell Aircraft Corp
This Mercury capsule, number 15B, is one of two left showing the complete one-man spacecraft in its orbital configuration

Lunar Module Antares on the Moon, Apollo 14 mission, February 1971
Lunar Module Antares at the Fra Mauro crater landing site on the Moon, Apollo 14 mission, February 1971. Apollo 14 was the third manned mission in NASAs Apollo programme to land on the Moon

Apollo 14 Launch
The Apollo 14 Saturn V Space Vehicle, carrying Astronauts Alan B. Shepard, Jr. Stuart A. Roosa, and Edgar D. Mitchell, lifted off at 4:03 p.m

The Mercury Seven astronauts, 1959. A group photo in spacesuits of the seven test pilots chosen in April 1959 to participate in Project Mercury, NASAs manned space project

Mercury Program Monument, Alan Shepard
Mercury Program Monument. Hand prints of the US astronaut Alan Shepard (1923-1998), at the Mercury Program Monument, Space View Park, Titusville, Florida, USA

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EDITORS COMMENTS

Alan Shepard was a pioneering American astronaut who made history as the first person from the United States to venture into space. In 1961, he embarked on the momentous journey of the first US manned space flight, marking a significant milestone in human exploration beyond Earth's atmosphere. This groundbreaking achievement propelled Shepard into the realm of legends and solidified his place in space exploration history. Shepard's contributions to NASA's Apollo program were equally remarkable. In February 1971, he commanded the Apollo 14 mission, which saw him land the Lunar Module Antares on the Moon's surface. This daring feat allowed Shepard and his fellow astronaut Edgar Mitchell to conduct vital scientific experiments and collect valuable lunar samples during their Extra-Vehicular Activity (EVA) on this alien world. Throughout his career, Shepard received numerous accolades for his extraordinary achievements. In 1963, he stood proudly alongside his fellow Mercury astronauts as they were honored with the prestigious Collier Trophy at a ceremony held at the White House in Washington D. C. , showcasing their immense contributions to advancing human spaceflight. Shepard had several encounters with influential figures during his time as an astronaut. One iconic image captured President John F. Kennedy presenting an award to Robert Gilruth, director of NASA's Manned Spacecraft Center - a moment that symbolized Kennedy's unwavering support for America's ambitious space program. Another memorable photograph shows Shepard being hoisted from his Mercury capsule after completing one of his historic missions - capturing both triumph and relief after enduring rigorous training and facing unknown dangers while venturing into uncharted territory. In addition to these moments of recognition and celebration, there were also instances where Shepard played host himself. President Kennedy visited Cape Canaveral in Florida in 1962 for a tour of NASA's Mercury Control Center under Shepard’s guidance – highlighting how closely intertwined politics and science became during this era of rapid technological advancement. The legacy left by Alan Shepard extends far beyond the confines of Earth.