March 1947 Popular Science Cover Print

The Space Race was just kicking off when Popular Science published this iconic cover by Ray Pioch, which shows a dramatic rocket launch against a pitch-dark sky. A small rocket blurs as it shoots up into the heavens, leaving a plume and clouds of glowing orange smoke billowing in its wake. Earth, this issue explained, would soon play host to “artificial moons”—human-made satellites—designed to orbit our planet for purposes of research, surveillance, and even warfare. 

• Cover art sourced directly from the Popular Science archive.
• Museum-quality poster printed on premium matte paper.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm / 80 lb
• Shipped in sturdy packaging.

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