During the Apollo 11 mission, Magazine V was used in the command module by the astronauts for a variety of color photography their July 1969 mission. Images collected on this film roll include lunar module undocking, the lunar surface and Earthrise, as well as images of the Moon and Earth during the trip back to Earth.
Hasselblad cameras and magazines, selected for their reliability and high quality, were used on all lunar missions. The magazines were easily switched out at any time, allowing crew members change between color and black and white film at a moment's notice.
NASA transferred this film magazine to the Museum in 1970.
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
Sweden
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Manufacturer
Hasselblad
Dimensions
Overall: 3 1/2 in. tall x 3 1/2 in. wide x 3 1/2 in. deep (8.9 x 8.9 x 8.9cm)
Materials
Overall: Aluminium, steel, velcro
Inventory Number
A19791526000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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