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Voskhod 2 spacecraft launch
Voskhod 2 spacecraft launch. Launch of the Soviet Voskhod 2 spacecraft carrying Pavel Belyaev and Alexei Leonov. Voskhod 2 was equipped with an inflatable airlock and set a milestone in space exploration with Leonov becoming the first person to conduct a spacewalk when he left the spacecraft for 10 minutes in a specialised spacesuit. Photographed on 18th March 1965
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18th 1900s 1965 Aeronautical Engineering Ascending Ascent Astronautical Engineering Atmosphere Baikonur Booster Booster Stage Boosters Burning Combustion Cosmodrome Early Engineering Extra Vehicular Fire Flame Flames Flight Kazakh Kazakhstan Launch Launching Lifting Off Manned Spaceflight Pioneer Pioneering Program Programme Propulsion Rocket Rocket Exhaust Rocket Fuel Rocketry Russian Soviet Soviet Union Space Flight Space Race Space Travel Taking Off Uss R Voskhod 2 18 March Milestone Mono Chrome
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This print captures a monumental moment in space exploration history - the launch of the Voskhod 2 spacecraft. On March 18,1965, Pavel Belyaev and Alexei Leonov embarked on a pioneering journey that would forever change our understanding of outer space. Equipped with an inflatable airlock, Voskhod 2 pushed the boundaries of technological advancement. As the rocket ascends into the atmosphere, flames engulf its booster stage, symbolizing both the power and determination behind this groundbreaking mission. The monochrome image adds a sense of nostalgia to this significant event from the early days of manned spaceflight. The highlight of this mission came when Alexei Leonov became the first person to conduct a spacewalk. Stepping out into the void for ten minutes, he donned a specialized spacesuit designed for extravehicular activity (EVA). This feat marked an extraordinary milestone in human achievement and further propelled Soviet Union's dominance in the Space Race. The photograph showcases not only technical prowess but also serves as a testament to human courage and ingenuity. It reminds us that through dedication and innovation, we can overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges. With its historical significance and stunning visual details capturing every aspect of this momentous occasion – from liftoff at Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan to rocket exhaust trailing behind – this print is truly an awe-inspiring piece that pays tribute to those who paved the way for future generations' exploration beyond Earth's boundaries.
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