Cosmonautes - Voskhod 2 CCCP 1965

This original 1965 Soviet space poster, Cosmonautes - Voskhod 2 CCCP, commemorates the historic first spacewalk (EVA) conducted by Soviet cosmonaut Alexei Leonov. Released at the height of the Space Race, it highlights the Soviet Union’s advancements in space exploration and technological achievement.

Voskhod 2, launched on March 18, 1965, was a pivotal mission in the USSR’s space program. During the flight, Leonov exited the spacecraft and floated in space for 12 minutes, demonstrating the feasibility of extravehicular activity. This achievement was a significant step forward in human spaceflight, paving the way for future missions beyond Earth's orbit. Despite the mission’s challenges—including Leonov’s difficulties re-entering the capsule due to his swollen spacesuit—it was hailed as a triumph of Soviet engineering and determination.

As with many Soviet-era space posters, Cosmonautes - Voskhod 2 CCCP serves as both a historical artifact and a piece of propaganda, reinforcing the narrative of Soviet superiority in space exploration. It reflects the broader ideological competition of the time, where each milestone in space was not just a technological feat but also a symbol of national strength.

Today, this poster remains a valued collectible, offering insight into the Soviet space program’s ambitions and achievements during a defining period in history.

USSR - Space

Very good state