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Bookmark from the Explorer II baloon
Bookmark from the Explorer II baloon
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Title: Bookmark made from the fabric of the balloon "Explorer II"
Place Published: Washington, D.C.
Publisher:National Geographic Society
Date Published: 1935
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Bookmark, printed on fabric, approximately 7x2 ¼". Framed, overall 14¾x11¾".



Explorer II was a manned U.S. high-altitude balloon, launched November 11, 1935 and reached a record altitude of 22,066 m (72,395 ft). Launched from the Stratobowl in South Dakota, the helium balloon carried a two man crew inside a sealed, spherical cabin. The crew landed safely after and 8 hour flight. The mission was funded by the membership of the National Geographic Society.

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Browned and creased; good.
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Bookmark from the Explorer II baloon

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