Space programs of the United States date to the start of the Space Age in the late 1940s and early 1950s. Programs involve both crewed systems and uncrewed satellites, probes and platforms to …

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The United States boasts a rich history and diverse portfolio of space programs, reflecting its pioneering role in space exploration. I have divided these programs and missions into five main categories, …

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Feb 16, 2026 · Space exploration - Milestones, Achievements, History: The first artificial Earth satellite, Sputnik 1, was launched by the Soviet Union on October 4, 1957. The first human to go into space, …

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A space program is an organized effort by a government or a company with a goal related to outer space. Lists of space programs include:

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3 days ago · Bill Harwood has been covering the U.S. space program full-time since 1984, first as Cape Canaveral bureau chief for United Press International and now as a consultant for CBS News.

Sep 23, 2025 · Humanity’s return to the Moon under the Artemis program just crossed a threshold of reality: recent findings about Orion’s heat shield, mission delays, and new strategies for crew safety. …