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Samples of Moon Rock brought back to earth by the American Apollo 11 Astronauts last July
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Samples of Moon Rock brought back to earth by the American Apollo 11 Astronauts last July
Samples of Moon Rock brought back to earth by the American Apollo 11 Astronauts last July is on public view in the Geological Museum from Saturday 27th December until Saturday, 3rd January 1970. Centre piece of the exhibit is one of six special display units prepared by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Washington for world wide circulation. A large fragment of moon-rock formed by cooling and crystallization from a hot melt more than 3, 000, 000, 000 years ago - is drammatically spotlit within a 3 ft. diameter plexiglass sphere. December 1969 Z12422-002
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Step back in time and witness a piece of history at the Geological Museum's latest exhibit. On display is a remarkable print capturing the awe-inspiring moon rock samples brought back to Earth by the courageous American Apollo 11 Astronauts last July. This extraordinary collection will be open for public viewing from Saturday, December 27th until Saturday, January 3rd, 1970. The centerpiece of this exhibit is one of six specially designed display units created by the renowned National Aeronautics and Space Administration in Washington. Within a mesmerizing three-foot diameter plexiglass sphere, a large fragment of moon rock takes center stage under dramatic spotlights. This incredible specimen formed over an astonishing three billion years ago through cooling and crystallization from a scorching hot melt. Transport yourself to an era marked by groundbreaking space exploration as you marvel at this tangible evidence of mankind's triumphs beyond our planet's boundaries. The photograph captures not only the scientific significance but also the spirit of adventure that propelled humanity into uncharted territories. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate human achievement and honor those brave astronauts who risked everything to bring these lunar treasures home. Don't miss your chance to experience this once-in-a-lifetime exhibition that showcases both our insatiable curiosity about space and our indomitable spirit.
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