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Yuri Gagarin as a teenager, 1950
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Yuri Gagarin as a teenager, 1950
Yuri Gagarin as a teenager in Russia in 1950. Yuri Gagarin (1934-1968) later became famous as the first man in space. Gagarin was born in the village of Klushino near Gzhatsk, Russia, later moving to Saratov on the Volga River to enter the polytechnic there. In Saratov, he learnt to fly, and in 1955 after completing his technical training, he began military flight training in Orenburg. In 1960, he was selected for the Soviet space program. He became famous worldwide and was made a Hero of the Soviet Union when he became the first man in space, orbiting the Earth in the Vostok 1 spacecraft on 12 April 1961. He died in 1968 in a plane crash
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This print captures a young Yuri Gagarin, the legendary figure who would later become known as the first man in space. Taken in 1950, during his teenage years in Russia, this image gives us a glimpse into the early life of a remarkable individual. Born in Klushino and raised near Gzhatsk, Gagarin's journey began when he moved to Saratov on the Volga River to pursue his studies at the polytechnic. It was here that he discovered his passion for flying and embarked on military flight training in Orenburg after completing his technical education. In 1960, Gagarin's exceptional skills led him to be selected for the Soviet space program. On April 12th, 1961, history was made when Yuri Gagarin orbited Earth aboard the Vostok 1 spacecraft. This groundbreaking achievement propelled him to worldwide fame and earned him the prestigious title of Hero of the Soviet Union. Tragically, Gagarin's life was cut short when he lost his life in a plane crash in 1968. However, his legacy lives on as an inspiration to countless individuals around the globe. This monochrome portrait not only showcases a young man full of potential but also serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit of exploration beyond our earthly boundaries.
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