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Launch of the Apollo 17 mission, 1972
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Launch of the Apollo 17 mission, 1972
Launch of the Apollo 17 mission, 1972. Apollo 17 was the last Apollo moon landing mission and the only one to be launched at night. This Saturn V rocket carrying astronauts, Eugene Cernan (Commander), Ronald Evans (Command Module pilot) and Harrison Schmitt (Lunar Module pilot), lifted off from the Kennedy Space Centre, Cape Canaveral, Florida, USA, on 7 December 1972. Schmitt, the 12th man to walk on the moon, was also the first geologist to set foot on the lunar surface
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Launch of the Apollo 17 mission, 1972. This print captures a historic moment in space exploration as the Saturn V rocket propels towards the vast unknown. It was a night launch, making it even more awe-inspiring and adding an element of mystery to this remarkable event. Onboard this spacecraft were three brave astronauts who embarked on a journey that would forever be etched in history. Eugene Cernan, Ronald Evans, and Harrison Schmitt became pioneers of their time as they ventured into space with the goal of landing on the moon. Harrison Schmitt holds a special place in lunar exploration as not only was he part of the last Apollo mission but also because he was the first geologist to set foot on our celestial neighbor's surface. His expertise added an exciting scientific dimension to this groundbreaking expedition. The image showcases the power and grandeur of human achievement against a backdrop filled with stars and darkness. The fiery trail left behind by the Saturn V rocket symbolizes mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge and discovery beyond our earthly boundaries. This photograph is not just a testament to NASA's accomplishments but also serves as an inspiration for future generations who dare to dream big and reach for the stars. It encapsulates both our fascination with space travel and our capacity for pushing boundaries in order to unlock new frontiers.
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