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Wernher von Braun, German rocket designer
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Wernher von Braun, German rocket designer
Dr Wernher von Braun (1912-77), German-American rocket designer. Von Braun was the son of a German baron and Government minister. He was educated at Zurich and Berlin Institutes of Technology. He started work on rocket design in 1932, becoming technical head of the German Peenemunde research centre in 1938. There he was responsible for the development of the V-2 rocket. At the end of the war, von Braun surrendered to the American army. He became a leading figure in the American space programme, designing the first US satellite launcher (Jupiter) in 1958 and overseeing the design of the Saturn rocket in the 1960s. He left NASA in 1972, and died of cancer five years later
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Demonstrating Demonstration Designer German German American Holding Portraits Space Programme Surname V Twentieth Braun Mono Chrome Rocket Engineer
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This print showcases the brilliant mind behind some of the most groundbreaking advancements in rocket engineering - Dr. Wernher von Braun. Born into a prestigious German family, von Braun's passion for science led him to pursue his education at renowned institutions such as Zurich and Berlin Institutes of Technology. In 1932, he delved into the realm of rocket design, eventually rising to become the technical head of Germany's Peenemunde research center in 1938. It was there that he spearheaded the development of the infamous V-2 rocket during World War II. Following the war, von Braun made a pivotal decision by surrendering to the American army. This marked a turning point in his career as he became an integral figure in shaping America's space program. In 1958, he designed Jupiter, which served as the United States' first satellite launcher. His influence continued to soar throughout the 1960s when he oversaw the design process for Saturn rockets. However, von Braun's legacy extends far beyond his professional achievements; it is also characterized by resilience and determination. Despite facing numerous challenges along his journey, including battling cancer towards the end of his life, this visionary engineer left an indelible mark on human exploration and scientific progress. This remarkable portrait captures von Braun holding something significant - perhaps demonstrating one of his innovative creations or sharing insights from his vast knowledge with others. With its monochrome aesthetic lending an air of timelessness to this image, it serves as
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