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Soyuz TMA-11 mission launch, October 2007
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Soyuz TMA-11 mission launch, October 2007
Soyuz TMA-11 mission launch. Soyuz TMA-11 rocket lifting off from Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan, on 10th October 2007 at 13:22 GMT. On board were Peggy Whitson (USA), Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor (Malaysia) and Yuri Malenchenko (Russia). Whitson was the first female ISS commander, while Shukor was the first Malaysian to go into space and the first Muslim to enter space during the holy month of Ramadan. The TMA-11 mission was part of Expedition 16, the 16th expedition to the ISS (International Space Station)
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This print captures the historic moment of the Soyuz TMA-11 mission launch on October 10,2007. The powerful Soyuz TMA-11 rocket is seen majestically ascending into the sky from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan at precisely 13:22 GMT. On board this remarkable space craft were three extraordinary individuals who would make their mark in history. Peggy Whitson, a proud American astronaut, became the first female commander of the International Space Station (ISS) during Expedition 16. Joining her was Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor, an intrepid Malaysian astronaut and trailblazer who not only became his country's first representative in space but also made history as the first Muslim to venture into outer space during Ramadan. Accompanied by Yuri Malenchenko from Russia, these brave astronauts embarked on a crucial mission that showcased international collaboration and technological prowess. This single launch symbolized progress and unity among nations with different backgrounds and beliefs. The Soyuz TMA-11 mission marked another milestone for mankind's exploration beyond Earth's boundaries. It exemplified humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and scientific advancement in the 21st century. As this awe-inspiring photograph reminds us, it is through such groundbreaking missions that we continue to push boundaries and expand our understanding of our place in the universe. Photo credit: Science Photo Library
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