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Gemini Hero
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Greeting astronaut James A. Lovell (4th from the left) and his wife at the airport are Wisconsin Governor Warren P. Knowles (2nd from the left) and Mrs. Dorothy Knowles. At this time Lovell had already flown in two Gemini missions. Between Knowles and Lovell, is Astronaut Donald K. "Deke" Slayton of Sparta. Although selected as part of the original Mercury 7 astronauts, Slayton's space travel was then on hold because of his health.
January 1967
United Press International
Publication Information
| Creator | United Press International |
|---|---|
| Date Created | January 1967 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 21 x 16 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin Governor Warren P. Knowles publicity photographs and editorial cartoons, 1965-1970 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | PH 3719 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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