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Lift off, second Space Shuttle flight, Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island, Florida, USA, 1981
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Lift off, second Space Shuttle flight, Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island, Florida, USA, 1981
Lift off, second Space Shuttle flight, Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island, Florida, USA, November 1981. STS-2 was the second Space Shuttle mission conducted by NASA, and the second flight of the orbiter Columbia. 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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This print captures the historic moment of lift off during the second Space Shuttle flight at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida, USA. The year was 1981, and STS-2 marked an important milestone for NASA as it was not only their second Space Shuttle mission but also the second flight of the iconic orbiter Columbia. The Space Shuttle program, officially known as the Space Transportation System or STS, played a crucial role in human spaceflight. From 1981 to 2011, it facilitated routine Earth-to-orbit transport for both crew and cargo. This program was carried out by NASA and became their fourth human spaceflight initiative. In this image from the early 1980s, we witness a momentous launch from a vibrant launch pad against a clear blue sky. The powerful rocket propels Columbia into space with incredible force and determination. It symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge through space exploration. As we admire this piece of heritage from our past century, let us remember that this photograph represents not just technological advancements but also our collective dreams reaching for the stars. It serves as a reminder of mankind's boundless curiosity and unwavering spirit to push beyond boundaries in search of new frontiers in outer space.
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