happy birthday

[GJBC]

Happy birthday to human space flight 50 years ago today 12 april

Yuri Gagarin becomes the first man in space on April 12, 1961

wow man flew in space when i was 6 months old one of those in my lifetime moments

[Jimmy Stix]

It would be nice for us all to spare a thought for Colonel Gagarin today. Maybe a quick toast with a shot of vodka (or whatever your tipple) to remember him and what he achieved as an "ordinary bloke" from a humble background.

One of the first things I learnt as a kid when I became fascinated with the space race was the name of Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin.

Here's to you Yuri.

[Shibby]

Fancy re-living Yuri's first space flight?

New Scientist TV: Experience the first space flight for yourself

Edit: Full video is here: http://www.firstorbit.org/

[Pakmoto]

Indeed, who knows what another 50 years will bring :glassesup: