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Awakenings: Pause in Remembrance of a True American Space Legend

Awakenings: Pause in Remembrance of a True American Space Legend | Human Interest | Scoop.it
July 20th marked celebration of Moon Day - remembering the day 47 years ago when upon landing on the moon, Apollo 11 Commander Neil Armstrong reported "The Eagle Has Landed." A few hours later, Armstrong stepped off of the Eagle's ladder, placed one foot upon the moon's surface and proclaimed:

"That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."

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10 of history's most beautiful moon maps - CNN.com

10 of history's most beautiful moon maps - CNN.com | Human Interest | Scoop.it
Man has been mapping the moon for hundreds of years. Here are some of the most eye-catching creations.

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Awakenings: A Walk on the Moon...Fact or Fiction?

Awakenings: A Walk on the Moon...Fact or Fiction? | Human Interest | Scoop.it

47 years ago, Apollo11 blasted off into history. On July 16, 1969, Apollo 11 was launched from Cape Kennedy Space Center atop a huge Saturn V rocket. On July 20, 1969, the Lunar Module, nicknamed the "Eagle", touched down on the surface of the moon at Tranquility Base. Upon landing, Apollo 11 Commander Neil Armstrong reported "The Eagle Has Landed." A few hours later, Neil Armstrong, stepped off of the Eagle's ladder, placed one foot upon the moon's surface and proclaimed: "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."


July 20 is... Moon Day [It's not about flashing your hiney!]


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