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How to Buy a Telescope The Basics of a Telecope PurchaseBuying a telescope can be a daunting task. Follow these simple steps and we'll tell you how to buy a telescope. Other Telescope ResourcesFirst Man on the Moon Born August 5, 1930 on his grandparents' farm in Auglaize County, Ohio, Neil Armstrong was destined to make history. On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first man to set foot on the moon. The life in between is the story. Events & Happenings - Past & FutureNick's Space / Astronomy BlogSkylab 35th AnniversaryWednesday May 14, 2008
 Skylab was America's first space station and orbital science and engineering laboratory.
Skylab was launched into Earth orbit by a Saturn V rocket on May 14, 1973 as part of the Apollo program. Three crews visited the station, with their missions lasting 28, 59 and 84 days. Wordless Wednesday - Sally Ride - First American Woman in SpaceWednesday May 14, 2008
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