Soviet monument to Gagarins landing site
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Soviet monument to Gagarins landing site
Soviet monument marking the landing site of the first manned spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin. Gagarins flight of 12th April 1961 lasted 108 minutes, during which time he made one complete revolution round the Earth in the Vostok 1 spacecraft. He landed safely 26 kilometres south west of Engels, in the Saratov region of Russia. Gagarin was killed while testing an aircraft on 27th March 1968
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© Detlev van Ravenswaay
12th 1960s 1961 Astronaut Commemoration Commemorative Cosmonaut Flight Gagarin Landing Site Manned Spaceflight Orbit Parachute Program Programme Rocket Russia Russian Sculpture Soviet Union Vostok 1 Weightlessness Yuri 12 March Engels
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This print captures the Soviet monument that stands proudly at the landing site of Yuri Gagarin's historic first manned spaceflight. On April 12th, 1961, Gagarin embarked on a remarkable journey aboard the Vostok 1 spacecraft, spending an awe-inspiring 108 minutes in space. During this time, he completed one full revolution around our planet before safely descending to Earth, landing just southwest of Engels in Russia's Saratov region. Gagarin's flight marked a monumental achievement for humanity and opened up new frontiers in space exploration. This commemorative artwork serves as a powerful reminder of his extraordinary feat and pays tribute to his indomitable spirit as a pioneer astronaut. The sculpture itself is a testament to the ingenuity and artistic prowess of its creator, Detlev van Ravenswaay. Every intricate detail has been meticulously crafted to capture the essence of Gagarin's mission and his significance in shaping our understanding of outer space. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to that momentous day when weightlessness was conquered and man ventured into orbit for the very first time. It reminds us not only of Gagarin's courage but also of the collective efforts made by scientists, engineers, and cosmonauts during that era. This photograph encapsulates both history and artistry—a timeless representation of human ambition reaching beyond earthly boundaries.
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