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On October 4, 1957, space exploration moved from science fiction to reality when the first artificial satellite, Sputnik 1, was launched into orbit around Earth. Over the last half century, space probes have explored most of the solar system. Humans have walked on the Moon and built space stations. Go Inside Britannica to see new and updated articles on space exploration.
Milestones
The history of space exploration has been filled with triumphs of both engineering and courage in the face of the unknown. Test your knowledge by naming these key landmarks in the development of space travel.
Space Explorers
One of the early pioneers of space exploration was Robert Goddard, an American rocket pioneer who performed many early rocket tests. Leaders such as Goddard opened the gates to space exploration, and there soon followed the first man in space, the first man on the Moon, the first American woman in space, the first African American in space, and the first person to spend
over 800 days in space.
How Do We Do It?
Explore some of the requirements for space exploration, from the design of rockets to the rigours of astronaut training.
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