Launch of Russian SS-3 ballistic missile
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Launch of Russian SS-3 ballistic missile
Missile launch. Launch of a Soviet R-5M ballistic missile during an exercise. The R-5M (known to NATO as the SS-3 Shyster ) was designed by a team led by Sergei Korolov and made its first flight in 1955. It entered service in 1956 and was retired in 1967. The R-5M carried a single nuclear warhead of 80-300 kT (kilotons) with a range of 1200 kilometres. Photograph taken in 1966
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1966 Cold War Intermediate Launch Lift Military Missile Nuclear Range Rocket Russian Sergei Smoke Soviet Theatre Vertical Korolyov Mono Chrome Shyster
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the launch of a Russian SS-3 ballistic missile during a military exercise. The R-5M, also known as the SS-3 Shyster by NATO, was an impressive creation designed by the brilliant Sergei Korolov and his team. Taking its first flight in 1955, this powerful missile entered service just one year later and remained active until its retirement in 1967. The sheer force and technological prowess behind this weapon is evident as it propels into the sky with billowing smoke trailing behind. With a range of 1200 kilometers, the R-5M carried a single nuclear warhead capable of delivering devastation ranging from 80 to 300 kilotons. This image serves as a stark reminder of the tense atmosphere that characterized the Cold War era. Taken in 1966, this monochrome photograph perfectly encapsulates both the awe-inspiring nature of rocket launches and the gravity of international tensions during that time period. It stands as an emblematic representation of Soviet military might and their significant contributions to space exploration. Science Photo Library has once again captured an extraordinary moment frozen in time with this remarkable print. As we reflect on history's defining moments, let us remember how scientific advancements have shaped our world while never forgetting their potential consequences for humanity's future.
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