"Unveiling the Origins of Earthrise: The Definitive Account of the 'Image of the Century'"

Historian research reveals that the famous "Earthrise" photo taken by the Apollo 8 crew during their mission to the Moon in 1968 was not a spontaneous capture, but rather a planned event. The crew had been briefed extensively on how to set up the camera and were specifically instructed to take a shot of Earthrise. The iconic image, along with the crew's reading from the Book of Genesis during a live broadcast, had a profound impact on the world and highlighted the significance of the mission.