On This Day Your Teacher 6 years ago 20th February 1962 - John Glenn became the first American to orbit the Earth. 1986 - The Soviets launched the Mir space station. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Print (Opens in new window) Print Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email March - A Birthday Poem - Recommended PoemDateMarch 1,In relation toEnglish poetryTodayDateMarch 20,In relation toInteresting DatesInteresting fact questionDateAugust 19,In relation toInteresting Questions