Object Details
Manufacturer
Unknown
Summary
This partially consumed tube of applesauce was issued to astronaut John Glenn to eat aboard his Friendship 7 mission on February 20, 1962. At the time of this mission, it was unknown if astronauts would be able to swallow anything while weightless, and Glenn's ability to swallow the applesauce proved that it was possible.
NASA transferred this food container with Friendship 7 and its contents to the Museum in 1963.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19630328000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Food & Food Accessories
Materials
Metal, velcro, plastic
Dimensions
3-D: 22.9 x 5.7 x 1.9cm (9 x 2 1/4 x 3/4 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19630328000