Happy Moon Day 2016! Celebrate Apollo 11 Anniversary!

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In summary, today marks the 47th anniversary of mankind's first landing on the moon, making Moon Day 2016 a significant celebration. Despite missing last year's Moon Day, the importance of this year's event is not diminished. Popular Science has shared interesting facts about the Apollo missions, and there are plenty of online resources available for those interested in learning more about this historic event. Happy Moon Day to all who celebrate!
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Happy Moon Day 2016!

I was lax in my duties last year and [gasp] missed Moon Day 2015, but that makes Moon Day 2016 all that more important!

For those that didn't realize, today marks 47 years since mankind first set foot on the moon. In celebration of this achievement, we are enjoying astronaut ice cream (even though astronauts don't eat it) and Tang in celebration!

Popular Science has a nice article on some interesting facts about the Apollo missions for those that might be interested: TEN THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT THE APOLLO 11 MOON LANDING

And for anyone interested there are some great resources online which cover the Apollo missions in exquisite detail:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_program

http://www.clavius.org/
 
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Happy Moon Day right back atcha' ! Glad I'm not the only one who cares here! :partytime:
 

1. What is "Happy Moon Day 2016!"?

"Happy Moon Day 2016!" is a celebration of the historic Apollo 11 moon landing, which took place on July 20, 1969. It commemorates the 47th anniversary of this monumental event in human history.

2. Why is the Apollo 11 anniversary important?

The Apollo 11 anniversary is important because it marks the first time humans successfully landed on the moon and walked on its surface. It was a significant achievement for space exploration and opened up new possibilities for future missions.

3. How was the Apollo 11 mission carried out?

The Apollo 11 mission involved the launch of a spacecraft from Earth, which carried three astronauts - Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins - to the moon. Armstrong and Aldrin then landed on the moon's surface while Collins remained in orbit. The astronauts collected samples, planted the American flag, and conducted experiments before returning safely to Earth.

4. What were some of the key scientific discoveries made during the Apollo 11 mission?

Some of the key scientific discoveries made during the Apollo 11 mission include the confirmation that the moon's surface is covered in fine dust, the presence of small amounts of water on the moon, and the first direct measurements of the moon's gravitational field.

5. How can I celebrate Happy Moon Day 2016?

There are many ways to celebrate Happy Moon Day 2016! You can watch documentaries or movies about the Apollo 11 mission, visit a space museum, attend a local event or party, or simply take a moment to appreciate the incredible achievement of landing on the moon.

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