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First Space Shuttle launch C014 / 4704

First Space Shuttle launch. First launch of the Space Shuttle Columbia, showing the two solid rocket boosters after being jettisoned. This mission (STS-1) was NASAs first mission aboard a reusable spacecraft and carried US astronauts John Young and Robert Crippen. The shuttle was launched from Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, USA, on 12th April 1981. The mission lasted for 54 hours, and touched down at Edwards Air Force Base, California

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12th 1980s Booster Boosters Columbia Ignition Jettison Jettisoning Launch Launching Manned Spaceflight Mission Nasa North American Rocket Rocketry Space Shuttle Spacecraft Taking Off 1981 John Young Launched


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This print captures the historic moment of the first space shuttle launch. The image showcases the awe-inspiring sight of the Space Shuttle Columbia taking off from Launch Pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, USA on April 12th, 1981. This monumental mission, known as STS-1, marked NASA's inaugural journey aboard a reusable spacecraft and carried American astronauts John Young and Robert Crippen. The photograph focuses on an extraordinary detail: two solid rocket boosters being jettisoned after propelling the shuttle into orbit. It symbolizes a significant milestone in technological advancement and human exploration of space. The sheer power and precision required for this feat are evident as these boosters detach from the main vessel. Lasting for an impressive 54 hours, this groundbreaking mission paved the way for future manned spaceflight endeavors. Ultimately, Columbia safely touched down at Edwards Air Force Base in California. This remarkable image is a testament to human ingenuity and determination to push boundaries beyond Earth's atmosphere. It encapsulates both historical significance and technological marvels achieved during that era. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and our unyielding spirit to explore new frontiers among the stars.

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