#RoboticSpaceFlight

Today in the history of astronomy, the first American space station has a rocky journey to the stars.

Today in the history of astronomy, the first planetarium in America opens its doors.

Today in the history of astronomy, the facility that eventually will become the Cape Canaveral Spaceport and Kennedy Space Center is established.

Today in the history of astronomy, Hubble images a highly anticipated visitor from the outer solar system.

Today in the history of astronomy, a groundbreaking planetarium opens in Germany.

Today in the history of astronomy, a trailblazing mission on the Moon’s surface ends.

Today in the history of astronomy, one of the oldest recorded eclipses occurs (maybe).

Today in the history of astronomy, one the last great polymaths of the Renaissance is born.

Today in the history of astronomy, a report of two new moons of Uranus is published.

Today in the history of astronomy, the Italian satellite reenters the atmosphere after a successful mission.

Today in the history of astronomy, a solar probe can make unprecedented observations about space weather.

Today in the history of astronomy, two astronomers argue their views of the nature of the Milky Way and other galaxies.

Today in the history of astronomy, an astronomer with a talent for mechanical design is born.

Today in the history of astronomy, the revolutionary space telescope is carried to orbit.