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Lot #9079
Gemini Astronauts (5) Signed Press Reference Book

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Loose-leaf official press reference book entitled "Gemini Spacecraft Number Four" prepared by the McDonnell Aircraft Corporation for NASA, May 15, 1965, 94 pages, 8.5 x 11, signed on the title page and table of contents in ink by five Gemini astronauts, all adding their Gemini-Titan flight numbers: "Gene Cernan, GT-9," "Buzz Aldrin, GT-12," "Gordon Cooper, GT-5," "Wally Schirra, GT-6," and "Tom Stafford, GT-6, GT-9." The sections of this detailed, heavily illustrated reference guide are separated by tabbed dividers, labeled to identify many aspects and systems of the spacecraft, including "Structural Description," "Communications & Tracking," "Electrical Systems," "Environmental Control," "Propulsion," "Landing System," and others. The guide was written to inform the news media about basic information on spacecraft structures, propulsion and electrical systems, environmental control, and spacecraft fabrication. Includes a Gemini glossary, sub-contractor list, and abbreviation list. In fine condition.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space Exploration
  • Dates: #634 - Ended April 21, 2022





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