sep 12, 1959 - Luna 2
Description:
Luna 2 was the USSR's second attempt at the moon. but this time it works. all signals fell silent meaning it hit the moon hard and busted. the Luna 2 weighed 860.24 pounds and was launched by a Sapwood SS-4 with a longer upper stage.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 12, 1959
Now
~ 66 years ago