Apollo 11 Earthrise 69 Poster

Apollo 11 Earthrise 69: Apollo 11 mission & legacy

This view from the Apollo 11 spacecraft shows the Earth rising above the moon’s horizon.

The lunar terrain pictured is the area of Smyth’s Sea on the nearside. Coordinates of the center of the terrain are 85 degrees east longitude and 3 degrees north latitude.

While astronauts Neil A. Armstrong, commander, and Edwin E. Aldrin Jr., lunar module pilot, descended in the Lunar Module (LM) “Eagle” to explore the Sea of Tranquility region of the moon, astronaut Michael Collins, command module pilot, remained with the Command and Service Modules (CSM) “Columbia” in lunar orbit.

Featuring the serene beauty of Earth contrasted against the barren lunar surface, this poster not only commemorates the monumental first manned Moon landing but also serves as a poignant reminder of our fragile planet seen from afar. Perfect for history enthusiasts, space lovers, and those who cherish the legacy of the Apollo missions.