Chesley Bonestell Death Anniversary

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Chesley Bonestell died on 11 June, 1986

American painter and illustrator who, along with Lucien Rudaux, is regarded as the "Father of Modern Space Art". He is famous for pioneering astronomical art. Bonestell’s work influenced science fiction art and helped inspire the American space program.