may 14, 1973 - First American Space Station
Description:
Though it was damaged during the launch process, Skylab made it into orbit. It was the First American Space Station, following the Soviet Salyut 1. The crew had to make in-orbit repairs and stayed for 28 days (which was a record for time spent in space).Added to timeline:
Date:
may 14, 1973
Now
~ 52 years ago