Gemini IV Mission Image - EVA over Texas

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Gemini IV Mission Image - EVA over Texas

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Dark view of Astronaut Edward H. White II, pilot for the Gemini-Titan 4 space flight, as he floats in zero gravity of space. The extravehicular activity was performed during the third revolution of the Gemini 4 spacecraft. White is attached to the spacecraft by a 25-ft. umbilical line and a 23-ft. tether line,both wrapped in gold tape to form one cord. In his right hand White carries a Hand-Held Self-Maneuvering Unit (HHSMU). The visor of his helmet is gold plated to protect him from the unfiltered rays of the sun. Photo was taken on June 3,1965. G.E.T. time was 4:41 / GMT time was 19:56. Original magazine number was GEM04-16-34640, taken with a Hasselblad camera and a 70mm lens. Film type was Kodak Ektachrome MS (S.O. -217). A black & white Master of this image exists. It's photo number is S65-32923.

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Resolution Format: 70MM CT.
Gemini IV

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03/06/1965
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The U.S. National Archives
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