A Rocketry anniversary
I actually missed this, I was busy having an attack yesterday.
Eighty years ago yesterday, the first liquid fueled rocket flew in Amherst, Massachusetts. It was the first step that led to a pinnacle of American ingenuity and drive on July 20, 1969 on the Moon. "One small step for [a] man, one giant leap for Mankind."
But Dr. Goddard didn't know that. He was a scientist, just seeing what he could do with his rockets.
And so it goes today. There are thousands of rocket scientists in this country, from 6 to 60, all engaged in model and high power rocketry. The only difference between me and NASA is they have a bigger budget. The concepts and scientific principles that they use adhere to me as well. The dream of going to the stars is still alive in our youth today.
One day, hopefully soon, Man will venture out beyond Earth orbit once again to explore our solar system.