Eva Baumgartner watching her son Felix
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Eva Baumgartner watching her son Felix
Eva Baumgartner watching her son, Felix Baumgartner, jumping from his capsule at an altitude of 39, 045 meters. During the jump Felix was in freefall for four minutes and twenty seconds. The jump broke the record for the highest ever freefall and Baumgartner became the first ever skydiver to break the sound barrier, reaching a maximum velocity of 1342.8 kilometres an hour (mach 1.24). Photographed on 14th October 2012
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14 October 2012 Austrian Balloon Altitude Record Capsule Daredevil Fastest Felix Baumgartner Freefall Furthest Highest Jump Mission To The Edge Of Space Mother Record Breaking Red Bull Stratos Sky Dive Skydive Skydiver Stratosphere Watching
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The captivating print captures a historic moment in human achievement as Eva Baumgartner, an Austrian mother, watches her son Felix embark on a daring jump from his capsule at an astonishing altitude of 39,045 meters. On that fateful day of October 14th, 2012, Felix shattered records and defied limits by becoming the first skydiver to break the sound barrier. As Felix plunges into freefall for four minutes and twenty seconds, reaching a mind-boggling maximum velocity of 1342.8 kilometers per hour (mach 1.24), Eva's eyes are filled with both pride and concern for her daredevil son. This image encapsulates the indomitable spirit of human exploration and pushes the boundaries of what is possible. This extraordinary feat not only etches its mark in history but also symbolizes mankind's unyielding quest to conquer new frontiers. The red bull stratos mission to the edge of space catapulted Felix into international acclaim as he soared higher than any other person before him. In this photograph, we witness a mother witnessing her child make history—a testament to their unwavering bond and support throughout this audacious endeavor. Eva Baumgartner stands as a representation of all those who have stood behind visionaries pushing beyond limitations. Through this awe-inspiring snapshot captured by Science Photo Library, we are reminded that within every individual lies the potential for greatness—ready to soar through barriers previously thought insurmountable.
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