4th October 1957: The Russian satellite, Sputnik was launched into space. Becoming the first man-made object ever to leave the Earth's atmosphere.
4th October 1957: The Russian satellite, Sputnik was launched into space. Becoming the first man-made object ever to leave the Earth's atmosphere.
18th January 1882 - A.A.Milne was born. (18th January is designated Winnie the Pooh Day in his honour. Yes the bear with little brain (aka the great philosopher) has his own day. And why not?)