Top 5 Facts About NASA

In this video ,I have explain the top 5 facts about NASA.that are
Formation and Purpose: NASA, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, was established on July 29, 1958. It was created in response to the Soviet Union's successful launch of the first artificial satellite, Sputnik, in 1957. NASA's primary goal is to advance space exploration, scientific discovery, and aeronautics research.
Manned Moon Missions: NASA's Apollo program achieved the historic feat of landing humans on the Moon. The most famous of these missions is Apollo 11, during which astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the lunar surface on July 20, 1969. Michael Collins piloted the command module in lunar orbit.
Space Shuttle Era: From 1981 to 2011, NASA operated the Space Shuttle program, which enabled reusable spacecraft to transport astronauts and cargo to and from low Earth orbit. The Space Shuttle fleet consisted of several orbiters, including the well-known "Discovery," "Atlantis," "Endeavour," and "Challenger" (tragically lost in a launch accident in 1986).
International Space Station (ISS): NASA is a major partner in the International Space Station, a habitable space station in low Earth orbit. The ISS serves as a laboratory for scientific research, technology development, and international cooperation. It orbits the Earth at an average altitude of approximately 420 kilometers (260 miles).
Mars Exploration: NASA has been actively involved in the exploration of Mars. Notable missions include the Mars rovers "Spirit," "Opportunity," "Curiosity," and "Perseverance," which have provided crucial insights into the Martian environment, geology, and potential habitability. The agency also launched the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, which studies the planet from orbit.
Please note that these facts are accurate as of my last knowledge update in September 2021, and there may have been developments or new missions since then.