Mercury Program Collection

"Remembering the Historic Mercury Program: The First US Manned Space Flight in 1961" CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- As the U. S

Mercury Program Collection: First US manned space flight, 1961

First US manned space flight, 1961. Redstone rocket launching the Freedom 7 capsule into space on 5th May 1961. This mission (Mercury-Redstone 3)

Mercury Program Collection: Monkey in a spacesuit

Monkey in a spacesuit. Sam, a male rhesus monkey (Macaca mulatta), wearing a fibreglass couch spacesuit. Sam was launched on the Little Joe 2 rocket on 4th December 1959

Chimp Ham after Mercury MR2 flight

Mercury Program Collection: Female astronaut training

Female astronaut training. Jerrie Cobb (born 1931) training on the MASTIF (Multiple Axis Space Test Inertia Facility) for the Mercury Project

Mercury Program Collection: Enos the astrochimp

Enos the astrochimp. Enos the chimpanzee in training to go into space. Enos was launched into space on-board Mercury-Atlas 5 (MA-5), an American unmanned spaceflight of the Mercury program

Mercury Program Collection: Project Mercury spacesuit

Project Mercury spacesuit. Astronaut Virgil Gus Grissoms spacesuit from the Mercury 4 flight. This is a US Navy Mark IV high-altitude pressure suit with an outer shell of aluminium-coated nylon

Mercury Program Collection: Mercury-Atlas rocket

Mercury-Atlas rocket. This is an Atlas rocket with a Mercury spacecraft on top. Project Mercury took place from 1959 to 1963, succeeding in putting the first US astronaut in space on 5 May 1961

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"Remembering the Historic Mercury Program: The First US Manned Space Flight in 1961" CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- As the U. S. Flag proudly waves in front of a replica of a Mercury-Redstone rocket at Complex 5/6, we commemorate the groundbreaking achievements of the Mercury program. Led by Bob Moser, former chief test conductor for the Mercury-Redstone launches, this celebration at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida brings together key figures and participants who played pivotal roles in shaping space exploration. Mercury astronaut Scott Carpenter joins us today to share his experiences and insights during this momentous occasion. Alongside him are Alice Wackermann, Julie Jenkins, and Laura Churchley as they are introduced by NBC reporter Jay Barbree. Captured through lens and memory alike, these program participants gather for a group photo against the backdrop of a magnificent replica of a Mercury-Redstone rocket. Invited guests from all walks of life join them at Complex 5/6 on Cape Canaveral Air Force Station - an event that transcends generations. The atmosphere is electric as invited guests and media representatives come together to witness this tribute to human ingenuity and courage. From young enthusiasts to seasoned veterans, everyone present is captivated by the stories shared and milestones achieved during the historic Mercury program. As we reflect on those pioneering days when humanity first ventured into space's uncharted territories, it becomes clear that our collective dreams have no limits. This celebration serves as a reminder that with determination and collaboration, we can achieve greatness beyond imagination. So let us honor those who paved the way for future explorations while inspiring new generations to reach for the stars. Together, we continue pushing boundaries towards an even brighter future among celestial wonders yet discovered.