On February 1, 2003, the Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated during reentry and the seven STS-107 mission astronauts died. Before the first anniversary of the tragedy, NASA produced commemorative plaques for the astronauts' families and for the Museum. Each plaque includes a mission patch that was found on the ground during the search for debris from the accident. The plaque also bears the names and images of the crewmembers. This plaque is displayed in Space Hall beside a similar plaque in memory of the STS 51-L Challenger crew who perished in the 1986 launch accident.
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
MEMORABILIA-Events
Manufacturer
NASA - Johnson Space Center
Dimensions
2-D - In Frame (H x W x D): 46.4 x 54.6 x 5.7cm (18 1/4 x 21 1/2 x 2 1/4 in.)
Materials
Photo-engraved anodized aluminum plaque, embroidered fabric patch, suede fabric mat, aluminum and glass frame, paper mat board backing
Inventory Number
A20050065000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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