A50106 One Small Step For Man - Gift Set

This detailed 1:72 scale model kit celebrates one of humanity's most remarkable achievements - the Apollo 11 lunar landing. With 109 plastic components, it is ideal for modellers aged 8 and up, rated at skill level 2, and captures the essence of that extraordinary day in July 1969 when Neil Armstrong first set foot on the Moon.

Key Features

• 109 intricately designed plastic parts depicting the Apollo 11 mission
• 1:72 scale model appropriate for skill level 2 enthusiasts
• Celebrates the historic moon landing on 20th July 1969
• Suitable for ages 8 and older
• An excellent introduction to space modelling from the Cold War period

History

On 20th July 1969, the world was captivated as NASA astronaut Neil Armstrong stepped onto the Moon's surface, delivering a statement that became one of the most iconic in history - "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." While this is the commonly quoted line from this monumental event, does it truly convey the intended meaning? In subsequent years and interviews, Armstrong clarified that he intended to say, "That's one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind," which is both meaningful and historically significant.

The Apollo 11 mission marked the peak of the Space Race between the USA and the USSR during the Cold War. The lunar module Eagle detached from the command module Columbia, with Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin descending to the Moon while Michael Collins stayed in orbit. This mission's success achieved President Kennedy's 1961 vision of landing a man on the Moon before the decade's end, representing a pivotal moment in human exploration and technological progress.

This model kit encapsulates the thrill and awe of that historic mission, enabling modellers to recreate one of humanity's most significant achievements in a miniature format.