The North American X-15 made its public debut in 1958—and so did this model by Aurora. Americans were fascinated by the rocket-powered vehicle, which was the nation’s only “spacecraft” at the time. (© Jessica Sterling Photography)
The North American X-15 made its public debut in 1958—and so did this model by Aurora. Americans were fascinated by the rocket-powered vehicle, which was the nation’s only “spacecraft” at the time. (© Jessica Sterling Photography)