President John F. Kennedy's inaugural visit to Cape Canaveral, where he received a briefing on the Mercury Control Center operations following the Mercury-Atlas 6 (MA-6) flight. This compelling image immortalizes President Kennedy's profound interest in America's space program.
Accompanying President Kennedy is MA-6 astronaut John H. Glenn, Jr., who piloted the Mercury "Friendship 7" spacecraft during the United States' inaugural human orbital flight. Positioned at the center is Christopher C. Kraft, Jr., MA-6 flight director and Chief of Flight Operations at the Manned Spacecraft Center (MSC), pivotal figures in the early days of space exploration.
Marking the MA-6 flight on February 20, 1962, this framed poster serves as a poignant reminder of America's pioneering efforts in space. Also featured is astronaut Alan B. Shepard, Jr., pilot of the Mercury-Redstone 3 (MR-3) mission, who accomplished the United States' maiden manned space flight on May 5, 1961.
Capture the essence of space exploration and American ingenuity with this extraordinary piece of history adorning your space. Perfect for enthusiasts of space exploration, history buffs, and collectors alike.
16″ x 12″
20" x 16"
24″ x 16″
30" x 20"
Width, in
16.00
20.00
24.00
30.00
Height, in
12.00
16.00
16.00
20.00
Black & White frame thickness, in
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.50
Walnut frame thickness, in
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
Outside frame width, in
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
Inside depth/rabbet, in
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
.: LexJet Premium 200 gsm paper .: Protective acrylic cover .: Frames available in black, walnut and white finishes .: Hanging kit already fixed .: Matte paper finish
