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Apollo 13 planned landing site on Moon
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Apollo 13 planned landing site on Moon
Apollo 13 planned landing site in the Fra Mauro area on the Moon. The Fra Mauro area is a flat, vast highland centred at 17 degrees and 36 minutes west longitude and 3 degrees and 48 minutes south latitude. The pockmarked surface shows numerous small impact craters. The Apollo 13 mission was launched on April 11th 1971 on a Saturn 5 rocket. During the third day of the mission one of the oxygen tanks on the Apollo craft exploded, forcing the crew to make an emergency landing on the Earth
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This print showcases the Apollo 13 planned landing site in the Fra Mauro area on the Moon. Located at 17 degrees and 36 minutes west longitude and 3 degrees and 48 minutes south latitude, this flat, vast highland is a sight to behold. The pockmarked surface tells tales of countless small impact craters that have left their mark over time. The Apollo 13 mission embarked on its journey to space on April 11th, 1971, propelled by the mighty Saturn V rocket. However, fate had other plans for this historic expedition. On the third day of their mission, disaster struck as one of the oxygen tanks onboard exploded unexpectedly. This catastrophic event forced the crew to make an emergency landing back on Earth. In this monochrome image captured by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of both humanity's incredible achievements in space exploration and our vulnerability when venturing into unknown territories. The lunar landscape depicted here serves as a reminder of how far we have come in our quest for knowledge about our celestial neighbor. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing photograph, let us reflect not only on the scientific advancements made during this era but also on the bravery and resilience demonstrated by those who dared to venture beyond our planet's boundaries.
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