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Explore the history and future of space travel, from the first rockets and pioneering astronauts to Moon landings, space stations, reusable spacecraft, and missions beyond Earth. Discover the technologies, people, risks, and milestones that have shaped humanity’s journey into space.

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Who was the first human to travel into space?

Yuri Gagarin, a Soviet cosmonaut, became the first human to travel into space on 12 April 1961. He completed one orbit of Earth aboard Vostok 1.

Who were the first humans to walk on the Moon?

Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the Moon during the Apollo 11 mission on 20 July 1969. Michael Collins remained in lunar orbit aboard the command module.

What is the International Space Station?

The International Space Station is a large research facility in low Earth orbit. It has supported long-duration human missions and scientific research in areas including biology, medicine, physics, technology, and Earth observation.

How do astronauts travel into space?

Astronauts travel into space aboard spacecraft launched by powerful rockets. The rocket provides the thrust needed to overcome gravity and accelerate the spacecraft to the speed required for its mission, such as reaching orbit.

What is the future of space travel?

Future space travel is expected to include continued operations in Earth orbit, renewed human exploration of the Moon, more reusable spacecraft, increased commercial activity, and preparation for possible crewed missions to Mars. Robotic exploration will continue to play a major role alongside human missions.