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Space Shuttle - spacewalk, 1980s. Creator: NASA
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Space Shuttle - spacewalk, 1980s. Creator: NASA
Space Shuttle - spacewalk, 1980s. EVA - Extra Vehicular Activity - from the Orbiter space shuttle. The Space Shuttle program, (official name, Space Transportation System or STS), was the fourth human spaceflight program carried out by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), which accomplished routine Earth-to-orbit transport for crew and cargo between 1981 and 2011
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1980s Astronaut Eighties Extra Vehicular Activity Extravehicular Activity Heritage Space Nasa Orbiter Space Space Exploration Space Shuttle Space Travel Space Walk Spacecraft Spaceship Spacewalk Zero Gravity
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This print captures a remarkable moment in space exploration history - a spacewalk conducted by astronauts during the 1980s. The image, taken by NASA, showcases an astronaut engaged in EVA (Extra Vehicular Activity) from the Orbiter space shuttle. The Space Shuttle program, officially known as the Space Transportation System or STS, marked a significant milestone for NASA. It enabled routine transportation of crew and cargo between Earth and orbit from 1981 to 2011. This particular photograph symbolizes the incredible achievements made during this era. In vivid color, against the backdrop of infinite darkness speckled with stars, we witness a man floating effortlessly in zero gravity. Clad in his spacesuit, he represents humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond our planet's boundaries. The image is not only a testament to scientific progress but also serves as a reminder of mankind's indomitable spirit and curiosity about the unknown. It encapsulates both the awe-inspiring beauty and inherent dangers associated with space travel. As we reflect on this photograph from Heritage Images, we are reminded that it was through endeavors like these that humankind expanded its understanding of outer space while pushing technological boundaries further than ever before.
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