Events tagged with "explorer 3"

Historical Events tagged with "explorer 3"

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Space Exploration

United States Army Launches Explorer 3 Satellite

March 26th, 1958 66 years ago

Explorer 3 was the third satellite in the U.S. Explorer program, launched by the United States Army. Successfully launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, the satellite was equipped with scientific instruments designed to study cosmic rays. The primary goal of the mission was to collect and transmit data that could enhance understanding of space and atmospheric conditions. Explorer 3 was significant as it demonstrated the Army's capability in satellite technology during the early stages of the space race.