This flag is a replica of the one put in place by the astronauts on one of the later Apollo moon-landing missions (Apollo 14,15,16 and 17). The flag was constructed of nylon, and the flag pole had a crossbar to extend the flag (necessary without an atmosphere and wind).
It was transferred from NASA to the Smithsonian in 1974 along with a large shipment of equipment used by astronauts in training.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
EQUIPMENT-Lunar
Dimensions
Overall: 2ft 5in. x 3ft 11in. (73.7 x 119.38cm)
3-D (On Flag Pole): 48.5 × 1 × 79cm (19 1/8 × 3/8 × 31 1/8 in.)
Materials
Flag: Nylon
Pole: Anodized Aluminum
Inventory Number
A19810865000
Credit Line
Transferred from the NASA - Johnson Space Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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