14 SECS TO EARTHThis editorial project chronicles the Omega Speedmaster's crucial role in NASA's Apollo 13 mission, centering on a pivotal 14-second countdown that guided the crew's safe return to Earth. Unfolding through a dialogue record and a single-page zine, the narrative explores the Speedmaster's NASA legacy while employing ASCII art imagery to symbolize the mission's energy conservation imperative.

"14 SECS TO EARTH" is a concise tribute to the Omega Speedmaster, capturing its evolution from a precision instrument to an icon of human resilience. By weaving together historical significance with innovative visuals, this project celebrates the watch's enduring impact on space exploration and its transcendence beyond mere timekeeping to become a symbol of adaptability and discovery.

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Instuctor:
Brankica Harvey
Ken Deegan 

Copy Source:
NASA History Division 

Printing:
Newspaper Club
SVA RisoLAB 

Fonts:
PP Fraktion Sans
PP Fraktion Mono
ABC Marist