PHILMONT COUNTRY 1964 USGS Prof Paper 505 COMPLETE 6 Maps NASA Apollo Training

Language: English

Published by USGS, 1964

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Description: Info: Author: G.D. Robinson, et al. Publisher: USGS. Date: 1964. Edition: First Edition. The Apollo Connection: This is the definitive geological text used by NASA to prepare astronauts for the moon. Philmont Scout Ranch served as a terrestrial analog for the lunar surface; the crews of Apollo 15, 16, and 17—including moonwalkers like David Scott and James Irwin—utilized this report during intensive field training in 1970–1971 to master lunar geological field techniques. Key Features: Complete Plate Portfolio: Contains the original attached rear pocket housing all six (6) oversized multi-color maps and charts. The Set Includes: 1. Bird's-eye Landscape, 2. Parade of Rocks Chart, 3. Full Geologic Map, 4. Bird's-eye Geology, 5. Geologic Sections, and 6. Geologic Structure. Illustrations: Profusely illustrated with iconic pen-and-ink sketches by John R. Stacy. Item Condition: Exterior: Softcover shows edge wear and corner creasing. Features original institutional "CANCEL" and date stamps from the USGS Menlo Park Library on the front cover. The spine is firm and the original map pocket is securely attached to the rear inner board. Interior: The text block is clean and tight. The six folded plates are in exceptional, crisp condition with vibrant colors and no splits at the folds. Small library cancel stamps are present in the white margins only. …

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Title
PHILMONT COUNTRY 1964 USGS Prof Paper 505 COMPLETE 6 Maps NASA Apollo Training
Author
Robinson, Wanek, Hays, and McCallum
Publisher
USGS
Publication year
1964
Condition
Good
Signed
Signed by Author(s)
Book Type
Book
Binding
Softcover, Wraps
Language
English
Edition
1st Edition
Item weight
3 pounds

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