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Gemini X astronauts prepare to board the spacecraft for launch

Gemini X astronauts John Young (leading), Command Pilot, and Michael Collins, Pilot, walk up the ramp at Pad 19 after arriving from the Launch Complex 16 suiting trailer during the pre-launch countdown. Moments later they entered the elevator which took them to the white room and the waiting Gemini X spacecraft. Liftoff was at 5:20 p.m. (EST), July 18, 1966.

 

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Image Number: S66-42754

Date: July 18, 1966

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