1971 Press Photo Astronaut James Irwin's parents hold photos. - now14734

Mr. and Mrs. James Irwin hold photos of their son, Lt. Colonel James B. Irwin, as they prepare to leave for Cape Kennedy to watch him leave for the moon in Apollo 15. Mrs. Irwin says that, when the flight is completed, she hopes her son will forget about flying and "settle down."

Photo is dated 1971.

Photo measures 8 x 10 inches.