7 Fascinating Facts About the Apollo 11 Moon Landing
The Apollo 11 mission was the first time humans set foot on the moon
The mission involved the efforts of an estimated 400,000 people.
The lunar module that took Armstrong and Aldrin to the moon was called the Eagle
The moon's surface is covered in a layer of fine dust called regolith, which posed a challenge for the astronauts.
Armstrong's famous quote, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," was a misquote.
The astronauts planted the American flag on the moon's surface, which is still there today.
The mission was not without risks, but the astronauts made it back safely thanks to quick thinking