Historical Events tagged with "halleyscomet"

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Space Exploration

Vega 1 Returns First Images of Halley's Comet

March 4th, 1986 39 years ago

Soviet spacecraft Vega 1 transmitted fascinating images of Halley's Comet along with the first detailed views of its nucleus. Launched in 1984, Vega 1 traveled more than six years through space before reaching the comet during its closest approach. The images revealed the comet's surface features and provided invaluable data about its composition and structure. This groundbreaking mission enhanced our understanding of cometary bodies and their behavior during perihelion. Scientists worldwide eagerly analyzed the data as it was received, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.

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