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Apollo 15 Patch

Space fans and collectors!  Enjoy the beautifully embroidered Apollo 15 Patch.  It is the perfect tribute to this legacy of space flight!

• 4 inches
• Embroidered/Sew On
• US Veteran-Owned Business

• Apollo 15, launched on July 26, 1971, was the ninth crewed mission in NASA’s Apollo program and a pivotal milestone in lunar exploration. Let’s delve into the fascinating details of this historic mission:
  1. Objective and Significance:
     • Apollo 15 was the fourth mission to land on the Moon and the first of the “J series” missions.
     • Unlike earlier landings, Apollo 15 focused extensively on scientific research during its lunar stay.
     • It marked the debut of the Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV), enhancing mobility and exploration capabilities.
  2. Crew Members:
     • Commander: David R. Scott
     • Command Module Pilot: Alfred M. Worden
     • Lunar Module Pilot: James B. Irwin
  3. Mission Timeline:
     • Launch Date: July 26, 1971.
     • Lunar Landing Date: July 30, 1971, at the Hadley–Apennine region.
     • Lunar Surface Stay: Apollo 15 astronauts conducted three moonwalks, spending a total of 19 hours, 7 minutes, and 53 seconds outside the lunar module.
     • Lunar Rover Distance: They drove the LRV a remarkable 27.9 kilometers (17.3 miles) across the lunar surface.
     • Scientific Experiments: Apollo 15 set up various scientific instruments and collected valuable data.
  4. Notable Achievements:
     • Genesis Rock: The crew discovered a unique rock called the “Genesis Rock”, believed to be one of the oldest lunar samples.
     • Great Scott: Another significant find was the “Great Scott” basalt sample.
     • Seatbelt Basalt: They also collected a sample of “Seatbelt Basalt” from the rover tracks.
     • Fallen Astronaut: A small aluminum sculpture called the “Fallen Astronaut” was left on the Moon to honor deceased astronauts.
  5. Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV):
     • The LRV allowed astronauts to explore a larger area, conduct experiments, and collect samples efficiently.
     • It was a four-wheeled electric vehicle designed for lunar travel.
  6. Return to Earth:
     • Apollo 15 splashed down safely in the North Pacific Ocean on August 7, 1971.
     • The mission’s success paved the way for subsequent Apollo missions, including Apollo 16 and Apollo 17.

  Apollo 15 expanded our understanding of the Moon’s geology, provided crucial scientific data, and demonstrated the feasibility of extended lunar stays.