[AVIATION]. [ALDRIN, Edwin “Buzz” E. (b. 1930)]. An award plaque in recognition of outstanding achievement in photography on the surface of the Moon and during the voyage of Apollo 11. Montclair, N.J.: Presented by the School of Modern Photography, 6 September 1969. Engraved plaque on wood, above a second plaque depicting photos taken by Aldrin (frame flaking). Overall, 457 x 381 mm. Buzz Aldrin, as the lunar module pilot for Apollo 11, played a crucial role in the first manned moon landing in 1969. During the mission, Aldrin took several photographs, capturing iconic moments and scenes on the lunar surface. One of the most famous photographs from Apollo 11 is a shot of Neil Armstrong, the mission’s commander, standing on the moon’s surface with Aldrin reflected in his helmet visor. This image has become an iconic representation of the historic moon landing. In addition to the reflection shot, Aldrin photographed various aspects of the lunar module, the lunar landscape, and the experiments conducted on the moon’s surface. The astronauts also documented their activities, including the deployment of scientific instruments, the planting of the American flag, and their own footprints in the lunar soil. These images became significant in popular culture, symbolizing the achievement of one of humanity’s greatest milestones - landing and walking on the moon for the first time.