Buzz Aldrin explains why this photo of him is so iconic [pics]

People ask why this #Apollo11 photo Neil took of me is so iconic. I have 3 words to describe it: Location, location… http://t.co/1Qm051VF6G

— Dr. Buzz Aldrin (@TheRealBuzz) July 20, 2014

Location. Location. Location.

@TheRealBuzz the big reflective screen in front of your face is part of it as well I'm sure 🙂

— Rob van Kan (@EdgeOfEurope) July 20, 2014

@TheRealBuzz and because it represents a historic event beyond the memories of most now alive and, sadly, beyond our current capability.

— roy clevenger (@roy18977) July 20, 2014

@TheRealBuzz And it's the only shot of Neil on the surface. (In the reflection)

— Tara Williams (@Spedlife99) July 20, 2014

@TheRealBuzz Really like that picture. I was not born yet during Apollo 11.
Congrats on the 45th anniversary.

— Andre Berends (@pe1pqx) July 20, 2014

Happy anniversary, Buzz!