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Richard Nixon

Nixon welcomes back Apollo 11: “This is the greatest week in the history of the world since the creation.”

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Nixon welcomes back Apollo 11: “This is the greatest week in the history of the world since the creation.”

Souvenir TQS on an 11 x 8.5 off-white sheet from Nixon’s comments aboard the Hornet on July 24, 1969, after the successful return of the Apollo 11 mission. In part, “Neil, Buzz and Mike I’d like you to know I think I am the luckiest man in the world…because I have the privilege of speaking for so many in welcoming you back to Earth…this is the greatest week in the history of the world since the creation.” Signed at the bottom in black ink by Nixon. Sheet also bears a photo of Nixon speaking to the crew, the Apollo 11 mission emblem and a first man on the moon stamp. In fine condition. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #299 - Ended July 20, 2005