Gemini 4 Collection
Gemini 4: A Pioneering Voyage in Space (June 1965) This historic mission marked the first American spacewalk by astronaut Ed White
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Gemini 4: A Pioneering Voyage in Space (June 1965) This historic mission marked the first American spacewalk by astronaut Ed White, a groundbreaking moment in space exploration. White's spacewalk, conducted on June 3, 1965, was a significant achievement for NASA and the United States, following in the footsteps of Yuri Gagarin's Soviet spacewalk in 1961. The Gemini 4 crew, led by James A. McDivitt, spent four days in space, making them the first Americans to spend an extended period in orbit. Their mission included various experiments and tests, contributing valuable data to the space program. Upon their return to Earth, the astronauts were warmly welcomed by President Lyndon B. Johnson, who congratulated them on their successful mission. The Gemini 4 spacecraft splashed down in the Atlantic Ocean, and a U.S. Navy frogman team assisted in its recovery. This collection of images captures the essence of this pioneering mission, from White's spacewalk to the crew's meeting with Yuri Gagarin in Paris and their arrival on the USS Wasp. Witness the history unfold through these iconic photographs, showcasing the courage and determination of the astronauts and the technological advancements of the time.