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    Polaris program in 1959 [Image 4 of 6]

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    A black-and-white archival photograph showing a large U.S. military transport aircraft, identifiable by the USAF star-and-bar insignia and tail number '71611', with its rear cargo ramp lowered. A group of approximately 12-15 military and civilian personnel are gathered near the open rear cargo bay, where a large cylindrical or toroidal piece of equipment is being unloaded or inspected. The image appears to date from the 1950s or early 1960s based on uniforms, aircraft design, and photographic style.

    UNITED STATES

    08.07.1959

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    Naval Ordnance Test Unit

    The Polaris AX-18 and the second stage of A1X-1 arrive at the Skid Strip on Cape Canaveral Missile Test Annex via an Air Force C-133 on Aug. 7, 1959. The test launch of the Polaris A1X-1 occured a little more than a month later on Sept, 21, 1959.

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    Date Taken: 08.07.1959
    Date Posted: 08.07.2026 10:35
    Photo ID: 9856129
    VIRIN: 590807-F-N1010-1004
    Resolution: 2756x2256
    Size: 561.97 KB
    Location: US
    Web Views: 5
    Downloads: 1

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    A black-and-white photograph of a large U.S. Air Force transport aircraft parked on a tarmac. The aircraft bears the markings 'Military Air Transport Service' and 'U.S. Air Force' on its fuselage, with tail number 71611 and nose number 1611 visible. At least one ground crew member is walking near the aircraft, and the engines appear to be running or recently shut down based on propeller blur.
    A black-and-white archival photograph showing the rear fuselage and tail section of a large military or cargo aircraft, viewed from directly behind. Ground crew personnel are actively loading or unloading a large circular/cylindrical piece of equipment through the aircraft's rear cargo opening. The image appears to date from the 1950s–1960s based on clothing styles, vehicle types, and photographic quality.
    A black-and-white archival photograph showing the open nose section of a large cargo aircraft, likely a Lockheed C-5 Galaxy or similar heavy-lift transport, with its visor nose raised to reveal the cavernous cargo hold. Ground crew personnel are visible on the loading ramp and inside the aircraft, apparently engaged in cargo loading or unloading operations. A large cylindrical object is visible deep inside the cargo bay.
    A black-and-white archival photograph showing a large U.S. military transport aircraft, identifiable by the USAF star-and-bar insignia and tail number '71611', with its rear cargo ramp lowered. A group of approximately 12-15 military and civilian personnel are gathered near the open rear cargo bay, where a large cylindrical or toroidal piece of equipment is being unloaded or inspected. The image appears to date from the 1950s or early 1960s based on uniforms, aircraft design, and photographic style.
    A black-and-white archival photograph showing a U.S. Air Force Military Air Transport Service aircraft on a tarmac, with personnel overseeing the loading or unloading of a large cylindrical object labeled 'EXPLOSIVES' using a heavy-duty crane vehicle with oversized tires. Several uniformed and civilian personnel are visible supervising the operation. The setting appears to be a military airfield, likely from the 1950s or early 1960s based on the aircraft design and photographic style.
    A black-and-white archival photograph showing a large cylindrical container marked 'EXPLOSIVES' being lifted by a crane from a military flatbed truck. Several personnel are standing nearby overseeing the operation, which appears to take place on a paved surface such as an airfield or military installation. The scene suggests a controlled ordnance or weapons handling operation.

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