Historical Events tagged with "elevation"

Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.

Space Exploration

Space Shuttle Endeavour Launches for Mapping Mission

February 11th, 2000 25 years ago

Space Shuttle Endeavour launched on mission STS-99, tasked with conducting the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM). The mission aimed to create high-resolution elevation maps of Earth's land surface, which could benefit various scientific fields, including climate research and urban planning. Endeavour lifted off from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, carrying a team of astronauts and a sophisticated radar system designed to map the terrain.

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Exploration & Discovery

First Ascent of Grand Combin by Climbers

July 30th, 1859 165 years ago

The first successful ascent of Grand Combin, one of the highest peaks in the Alps, was achieved by a team of climbers led by Edward Whymper. On this notable day in July, the group reached the summit of the mountain, standing tall at an elevation of 4,314 meters (14,783 feet). The ascent was a significant achievement due to the challenging conditions and technical difficulty posed by the mountain's glaciers and rocky terrain. This expedition added to the growing fascination with alpine climbing and marked a pivotal moment in the history of mountaineering, showcasing both the physical challenges and the allure of high-altitude exploration.

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