Apollo Soyuz Test Project Collection

Apollo-Soyuz Test Project poster. 1979 poster celebrating the joint US/Soviet Apollo-Soyuz Test Project (ASTP) that flew in 1975

President Nixon with Dr. James Fletcher and Apollo 16 Astronauts, 1972. Creator: NASA
President Nixon with Dr. James Fletcher and Apollo 16 Astronauts, 1972. A model of the Apollo-Soyuz spacecraft with docking adapter is shown to President Richard Nixon

Nixon given Apollo Command Module Briefing, 1974. Creator: NASA
Nixon given Apollo Command Module Briefing, 1974. President Richard M. Nixon is given a briefing on the Apollo Command Module similar to the one that will be flown on the upcoming joint U.S./U.S.S.R

Liftoff of the Saturn IB launch vehicle
July 15, 1975 - Liftoff of the Saturn IB launch vehicle (SA-210), for the Apollo/Soyuz Test Project (ASTP) mission, from Launch Complex 39B, Kennedy Space Center, Florida

Conceptual drawing of the Earths magnetic field and the Van Allen Radiation Belt, 1975
APOLLO-SOYUZ PROJECT, 1975. Conceptual drawing of the Earths magnetic field and the Van Allen Radiation Belt, 1975

Leonov and Kubasov inside Soyuz-19
Soyuz-19 crew. Soviet cosmonauts Alexei Leonov (born 1934) and Valeri Kubasov (born 1935) onboard the Soyuz-19 spacecraft

Apollo-Soyuz Test Project planning C015 / 6192
Space cooperation. Dignitaries seen after the signing of an agreement to carry out the Apollo-Soyuz test project (ASTP). This was a joint US-Soviet programme to allow spacecraft from each nation to

ASTP: Soyuz-19 cosmonauts Leonov & Kubasov
Apollo-Soyuz Test Project (ASTP). Soviet cosmonauts Alexei Leonov (front) & Valeri Kubasov prior to the launch of their Soyuz-19 spacecraft on July 15, 1975

Soyuz spacecraft (gound-test model) in National Air & Space Museum, Washington DC. Part of the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project display showing the Soyuz orbital module (right)

Apollo-Soyuz Test Project display in National Air & Space Museum, Washington DC. The ASTP mission was flown in July 1975. The spacecraft on display are the CSM-105 Apollo command and service module

Soyuz cable connectors
Cable connection panel on a Soyuz spacecraft (gound-test model) in the National Air & Space Museum, Washington DC. Part of the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project display

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The Apollo-Soyuz Test Project was a groundbreaking mission that brought together the United States and Soviet Union in a historic collaboration. This poster commemorates the momentous occasion, showcasing the iconic image of President Nixon alongside Dr. James Fletcher and the courageous astronauts of Apollo 16 in 1972. In preparation for this extraordinary endeavor, President Nixon was given a comprehensive briefing on the Apollo Command Module in 1974. The dedication and meticulous planning behind this project are evident as we witness liftoff of the Saturn IB launch vehicle, propelling humanity towards new frontiers. A conceptual drawing from 1975 illustrates Earth's magnetic field intertwined with the Van Allen Radiation Belt, highlighting one of many challenges faced during this joint venture. Inside Soyuz-19, cosmonauts Leonov and Kubasov demonstrate their unwavering determination to overcome these obstacles. Careful attention to detail is apparent in images capturing various aspects of this ambitious undertaking – from planning sessions like C015 / 6192 to close-ups of Soyuz cable connectors. Every element plays an integral role in ensuring success for both nations involved. The Apollo-Soyuz Test Project represents not only a significant milestone in space exploration but also symbolizes unity amidst Cold War tensions. It serves as a testament to what can be achieved when countries set aside differences and work together towards shared goals. This mission paved the way for future international collaborations, fostering cooperation among nations beyond our planet's boundaries. The legacy left by those who participated will forever inspire generations to come as they strive for greater understanding and exploration of our vast universe.