History of Space Exploration

Space Exploration

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Apollo 11

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During the centuries when space travel was only a fantasy, researchers in the sciences of astronomy, chemistry, mathematics, meteorology, and physics developed an understanding of the solar system, the stellar universe, the atmosphere of the earth, and the probable environment in space.

Despite the scientific foundations laid in earlier ages, however, space travel did not become possible until the advances the 20th century provided - rocket propulsion, guidance and control for space vehicles.

Learn more about the history of space exploration, from satellites to Apollo 11 moon landing and other Apollo missions.