October 4, 1957, when the Soviet Union successfully launched Sputnik I Sputnik II was launched on Nov. 3, 1957, carrying the first living thing into space: a dog named Laika After Laika (who died), the Soviet Union sent two more dogs, Belka and Strelka, into space on Aug. 19, 1960. The animals were the first to actually orbit and return alive
The physical exploration of the Moon began when Luna 2, a space probe launched by the Soviet Union, made an impact on the surface of the Moon on September 14, 1959
The Soviets nonetheless remained in the lead for some time. Luna 9 was the first probe to soft land on the Moon and transmit pictures from the lunar surface on February 3, 1966.
October 4, 1957, when the Soviet Union successfully launched Sputnik I Sputnik II was launched on Nov. 3, 1957, carrying the first living thing into space: a dog named Laika After Laika (who died), the Soviet Union sent two more dogs, Belka and Strelka, into space on Aug. 19, 1960. The animals were the first to actually orbit and return alive
The physical exploration of the Moon began when Luna 2, a space probe launched by the Soviet Union, made an impact on the surface of the Moon on September 14, 1959
The Soviets nonetheless remained in the lead for some time. Luna 9 was the first probe to soft land on the Moon and transmit pictures from the lunar surface on February 3, 1966.
No spin.... Luna 9 was unmanned ..... unlike Apollo 8 which was launched on December 21, 1968, and became the first manned spacecraft to leave low Earth orbit, reach the Moon, orbit it, and return. etc etc
A fleet of 91 will take to the 628-nautical-mile journey – those from NSW, South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia, Queensland and Victoria joining the international set representing China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Poland, Russia, the UK and the USA.
robplum: A fleet of 91 will take to the 628-nautical-mile journey – those from NSW, South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia, Queensland and Victoria joining the international set representing China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Poland, Russia, the UK and the USA.
galrads: Just 50 years ago. USA photo taken while orbiting the moon and looking at our home.
USA USA USA
No Doubt USA has the crown of achievement and development in the world of science and technology , it created ease for entire world . Hi Galrads my American friend
methuzelah: this was alied, to fooled the Soviets.
I think the USA should have shared the cost and had a joint effort in venturing to the moon like potus John f Kennedy wanted. The moon exploration would have continued and everyone benefited from it it in many ways. Just my ho.
ali110: No Doubt USA has the crown of achievement and development in the world of science and technology , it created ease for entire world . Hi Galrads my American friend
Hello Ali, my connection and friend in Pakistan ...
ali110: Merry. Christmas to you and family , How is weather , have you prepared for New year ?/
Right now it’s 37 degrees Farenheitht outside (2.78 celcius) it’s a no-snow Christmas here. I’m anxious to bring on the new year and get a long-delayed surgery out of the way in early February.
Are you looking forward to 2019 Ali.... any travel plans?
galrads: Right now it’s 37 degrees Farenheitht outside (2.78 celcius) it’s a no-snow Christmas here. I’m anxious to bring on the new year and get a long-delayed surgery out of the way in early February.
Are you looking forward to 2019 Ali.... any travel plans?
I sure would love to see the beauty of the world and like to travel someday , ,I do pray that 2019 will bring the happiness and peace in our lives .
Good wishes and prays for your health and happiness Galrads bro
ali110: I sure would love to see the beauty of the world and like to travel someday , ,I do pray that 2019 will bring the happiness and peace in our lives .
Good wishes and prays for your health and happiness Galrads bro
BTW , do you welcome guest ?
Yeah I usually accept female guests with an exit plan....
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