Important May 5, 1961 photograph of astronaut Alan Shepard as he puts on his suit in preparation for the first ever flight into space by an American astronaut. One of the most important dates in history, this really was the birth of the space race that would eventually lead to the 1969 moon landing. This is the only dated image from this flight that we have ever seen in any form that shows Shepard walking to his capsule and caught in a deep moment of thought. The photo is a nearly perfect example in great shape and nice clarity for a wire photo. A stunning piece of American history that is being offered here for the first time ever!

Size: 8x10
Designation: Wire
Condition: 4.5/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 9.5/10