Scale model of Skylark rocket, Science Museum, London, UK.


An exhibition marking 60 years to the day since British scientists launched the Skylark rocket programme, exploring the story behind one of the longest and most successful rocket programmes in the world, with Britain launching a total of 441 Skylark missions.


Size: 3648px × 5472px
Location: The Science Museum, Exhibition Road, London, United Kingdom
Photo credit: © Jason Bryan / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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