Events tagged with "mir space station"

Historical Events tagged with "mir space station"

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

Valeri Polyakov's Record Space Mission Ends

March 22nd, 1995 29 years ago

Valeri Polyakov, a Russian cosmonaut, returned to Earth after an unprecedented 438 days in orbit aboard the Mir space station. His mission, which began in 1994, was primarily aimed at studying the long-term effects of extended spaceflight on the human body. Upon landing in Kazakhstan, Polyakov had conducted numerous scientific experiments and contributed significantly to our understanding of space travel. His dedication showcased the resilience of the human spirit and advanced knowledge in aerospace medicine.