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This Apollo 8 commemorative medal was minted by the Federal Republic of Germany. Apollo 8 launched on December 21, 1968, and returned to Earth six days later. It was the second human spaceflight and the first lunar orbital mission in the Apollo program. Frank Borman, William Anders, and James Lovell, Jr. were the three astronauts.

Space medal collector Thomas Becker donated this medal to the National Collection in 1972.

 Display Status

This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

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Object Details
Country of Origin Germany Type MEMORABILIA-Events Manufacturer Federal Republic of Germany
 Dimensions 3-D: 3.8cm (1 1/2 in.)
 Materials Silver
 Inventory Number A19731539000 Credit Line Gift of Thomas Becker Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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