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Vintage LIFE Magazine – April 21, 1961 – Historic Space Race Issue
Up for sale is a classic, original copy of LIFE Magazine from April 21, 1961. This highly collectible issue features the iconic cover capturing Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin greeting Premier Nikita Khrushchev following Gagarin\'s historic journey as the first human in space.
This issue is an absolute must-have for space exploration enthusiasts, Cold War historians, and vintage ephemera collectors.
Key Features & Historic Content Inside:
19 Pages on Space: Comprehensive contemporary coverage of the early days of the Space Race.
Yuri\'s Capsule: An inside look into the Vostok 1 spacecraft technology.
Global Impact: Deep-dive articles covering the celebrations in Moscow and the immediate reaction and strategic impact on Washington.
Vintage Advertising: Features beautiful, full-page mid-century advertisements from the era, including automotive, fashion, and lifestyle brands of 1961.
Condition Report:
Cover: Complete with vibrant colors. Displays normal edge and corner wear consistent with age.
Spine: Intact with minor stress lines; staples are secure.
Mailing Label: Includes original subscriber mailing label on front cover
Interior Pages: Unverified/Untested. Sold strictly \"as-is\" and \"as-found.\" The interior pages have not been inspected or counted to ensure the item remains perfectly preserved in its current state.
Shipping & Handling:
Ships safely and securely in a protective archival sleeve with a rigid cardboard backing insert to prevent bending or moisture damage during transit.
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