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Apollo-Soyuz Project crew, 1975

Apollo-Soyuz Project crew in July 1975. This was a joint project between the USA and the USSR (flags at left and right). The Soviet cosmonauts (green suits), commander Alexei Leonov (born 1934, back row, right) and engineer Valery Kubasov (born 1935, front row, right), launched in a Soyuz capsule. The US astronauts (orange suits), led by Thomas Stafford (born 1930, back row), with the pilots Donald (Deke) Slayton (1924-1993, front row, left) and Vance Brand (born 1931, front row, centre), launched in an Apollo capsule. The two capsules successfully docked in Earth orbit (shown by the model at lower centre). The larger Apollo capsule is at left, while the smaller Soyuz capsule is at right. The mission took place in July 1975

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This print from Science Photo Library captures a significant moment in history - the Apollo-Soyuz Project crew of 1975. In this joint venture between the USA and the USSR, two space superpowers united to push the boundaries of human exploration. The flags of both nations proudly flank the crew, symbolizing their collaboration amidst a tense geopolitical climate. The Soviet cosmonauts don striking green suits, with Commander Alexei Leonov standing tall at the back row on the right side. Accompanying him is engineer Valery Kubasov, positioned in front on the right side. They embarked on their journey aboard a Soyuz capsule. On the other hand, adorned in vibrant orange suits are American astronauts led by Thomas Stafford at the back row. Pilots Donald (Deke) Slayton and Vance Brand stand beside him in front row left and center respectively. Their vessel of choice was an Apollo capsule. The photograph showcases these two spacecraft successfully docking together in Earth's orbit, as depicted by a model at lower center stage. The larger Apollo capsule stands proudly on the left while its smaller counterpart, Soyuz, occupies its rightful place on the right. Taken during July 1975, this image encapsulates not only technological prowess but also international cooperation during an era dominated by space race tensions. It serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond our planet's boundaries and reminds us that even amidst political differences we can achieve remarkable feats together.

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