Historical Events tagged with "eugene cernan"

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Space Exploration

Apollo 17 Crew Addresses Congress

January 22nd, 1973 52 years ago

The crew of Apollo 17, the last mission to the Moon, addressed a joint session of Congress, sharing insights and experiences from their historic journey. This groundbreaking mission culminated in December 1972, with astronauts Eugene Cernan, Harrison Schmitt, and Ronald Evans conveying the significance of their lunar exploration and the scientific discoveries made during their time on the Moon. Their presentation highlighted the technological achievements and the potential for future space endeavors, emphasizing the importance of continued investment in space exploration.

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