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This lanyard was part of the survival equipment issued to John Glenn for his historic Friendship 7 mission in February, 1962. Survival equipment was issued to astronauts for use in the event of a mission abort and emergency landing.

Transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA in 1967.

 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 PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Miscellaneous Astronaut John H. Glenn, Jr.
 Manufacturer Unknown
 Dimensions Overall: 1/8 in. wide x 72 in. long (0.32 x 182.88cm)
 Materials Cord: White nylon
 Inventory Number A19670205000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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