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Yuri Gagarin driving through London, UK
Yuri Gagarin (1934-1968), Soviet cosmonaut and first man in space, driving through London, UK, in an open-top car. Gagarin made the first manned space flight on 12 April 1961. He orbited the Earth once in the Vostok 1 spacecraft, a flight that lasted 1 hour and 48 minutes. Gagarin became a hero in the Soviet Union and famous worldwide. He later returned to active service as a test pilot, dying in a crash during a training flight in 1968. His ashes were interred with full military honours in the Kremlin Wall. Photographed in July 1961
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This print captures a historic moment in time - Yuri Gagarin, the legendary Soviet cosmonaut and first man in space, driving through the bustling streets of London, UK. Taken in July 1961 during his visit to Britain, Gagarin can be seen waving with a radiant smile from an open-top car as he is greeted by awe-struck onlookers. Gagarin's groundbreaking achievement on April 12,1961, when he orbited the Earth aboard the Vostok 1 spacecraft for nearly two hours, propelled him into international fame and made him an instant hero both in his homeland and around the world. This photograph showcases not only his iconic status but also highlights the significance of this era-defining milestone in human exploration. Despite tragically losing his life in a plane crash during a training flight seven years later at just 34 years old, Gagarin's legacy lives on. His ashes were laid to rest with full military honors within Moscow's Kremlin Wall. This image serves as a poignant reminder of Gagarin's pioneering spirit and unwavering dedication to pushing boundaries beyond our planet. It encapsulates an extraordinary chapter in history when humanity took its first steps towards conquering space while showcasing Gagarin's charm and charisma that captivated people across nations.
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