A high-angle, long shot of the Mir space station, photographed from the approaching Space Shuttle Endeavour. Mir's modular design, complete with solar panels and antennas, is clearly visible against the backdrop of Earth's cloudy atmosphere. This image captures the culmination of the Shuttle-Mir Program, a significant step towards the International Space Station.

Astronomy Picture from 03/07/1998

Mir Above

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A stunning long-exposure photograph captures the final pass of the Mir space station over Salvador, Brazil. The station's streak is prominently displayed alongside star trails and a brief flare. The Hubble Space Telescope also makes a cameo appearance, its trail visible shortly after Mir's. The image beautifully depicts the end of an era in space exploration.

Astronomy Picture from 23/03/2001

Mir Flares Farewell

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A breathtaking view of Earth during a total solar eclipse, captured from the Mir space station in August 1999. The Moon's shadow is clearly visible as a dark circle traversing the planet, with only the central region experiencing totality. This was one of Mir's last photos before its deorbiting.

Astronomy Picture from 26/09/2004

Looking Back at an Eclipsed Earth

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