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posted 09-18-2010 03:17 AM               

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Gemini 6 backup command pilot Gus Grissom prepares for a test of his parachute harness at KSC in September 1965. In the background is a print of the famous painting that artist Norman Rockwell made of Grissom and John Young in 1964 as they were in training for Gemini 3. The painting apparently has a few humorous captions added.

Ed Hengeveld

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posted 09-18-2010 03:47 AM               

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I must just tell you what has just happended here! As I opened up the message and saw the black and white image, I thought to myself -"oh it's John Young (wearing the helmet)". So imagine my disbelief when I saw Grissom's name on the spacesuit. They must have looked alike in certain respects, or am I the only one to think this?

Great photo Ed, with the print in the background. Rockwell has captured a wonderful scene, in which I had no problem identifying the two astronauts! Does anyone know/would like to guess what the humorous captions are?

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posted 09-18-2010 12:34 PM               

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Brad - I believe the other suit technician is Al Rochford.

I also would like to know what the captions say. This is a true mystery that cSPACE must solve.

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