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In this picture released by NASA 10 December 1993, the Hubble Space Telescope floats slowly away from the Space Shuttle Endeavours robot arm as the telescope is placed back into orbit 10 December following repairs carried out by the shuttles crew during a series of five spacewalks. / AFP PHOTO / NASA
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In this photo released by NASA on December 10,1993, the Hubble Space Telescope gracefully drifts away from the protective grip of the Space Shuttle Endeavour's robot arm. After a series of five meticulous spacewalks carried out by the shuttle's skilled crew, repairs were successfully completed and it was time for Hubble to return to its rightful place in orbit. The image captures a moment of both triumph and awe-inspiring beauty. The square-shaped Hubble telescope stands as an emblematic symbol of mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond our earthly boundaries. Its sleek design represents cutting-edge technology that has revolutionized our understanding of the universe. AFP, renowned for their exceptional photography, skillfully captured this historic event with their lens. This photograph is a testament to human ingenuity and collaboration between NASA and AFP - two entities dedicated to pushing the limits of exploration and sharing these remarkable achievements with the world. It serves as a reminder that space exploration transcends commercial interests; it is about expanding our horizons, unraveling cosmic mysteries, and inspiring future generations. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing snapshot frozen in time, let us reflect on how far we have come as a species in our quest to understand what lies beyond our blue planet. May it ignite within us an insatiable curiosity for discovery while reminding us that there are no bounds when humanity dares to dream big among the stars.
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