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Titan 3B Reconnaissance Satellite Launch Commemorative Vintage Cover
This commemorative postal cover highlights the launch of a U.S. reconnaissance satellite aboard a Titan 3B rocket, a launch system used during the Cold War era to place advanced intelligence-gathering spacecraft into orbit. Postmarked June 18, 1980, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, the cover marks the successful deployment of a high-orbit reconnaissance satellite.
The artwork illustrates components of the United States reconnaissance satellite program, including a “Close-Look” reconnaissance satellite and the KH-11 reconnaissance satellite, an advanced spacecraft designed to transmit images electronically from orbit. These satellites played a key role in monitoring global events and advancing satellite imaging technology.
With detailed mission graphics and a historic launch postmark, this collectible cover captures an important chapter in the development of modern space-based reconnaissance systems.
A unique addition for collectors interested in Cold War space history, military satellite technology, and historic launch memorabilia.
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Titan 3B Reconnaissance Satellite Launch Commemorative Vintage Cover
This commemorative postal cover highlights the launch of a U.S. reconnaissance satellite aboard a Titan 3B rocket, a launch system used during the Cold War era to place advanced intelligence-gathering spacecraft into orbit. Postmarked June 18, 1980, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, the cover marks the successful deployment of a high-orbit reconnaissance satellite.
The artwork illustrates components of the United States reconnaissance satellite program, including a “Close-Look” reconnaissance satellite and the KH-11 reconnaissance satellite, an advanced spacecraft designed to transmit images electronically from orbit. These satellites played a key role in monitoring global events and advancing satellite imaging technology.
With detailed mission graphics and a historic launch postmark, this collectible cover captures an important chapter in the development of modern space-based reconnaissance systems.
A unique addition for collectors interested in Cold War space history, military satellite technology, and historic launch memorabilia.
