What's the oldest Americana flown in space?
This article explores the history of American artifacts sent into space, specifically focusing on copper pieces from the Statue of Liberty flown on the space shuttle Discovery in 1985. It examines what qualifies as 'Americana' in the context of space exploration.
Why it matters
It provides historical context for the intersection of cultural heritage and space exploration milestones.
L+250 years and counting What is the oldest American object ever launched into space? From a Revolutionary War flag to the Statue of Liberty…
The content is purely informational and historical with no political or social agenda.
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