apr 12, 1961 - The First Human in Space
Description:
Yuri Gagarin, from the Soviet Union, was the first human in space. The space-to-earth conversation confirmed that the Russians has beaten the U.S. once again. Gagarin parichuted back to earth after one hour and 48 minutes in space.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 12, 1961
Now
~ 65 years ago