On this day in space! Oct. 24, 1946: V-2 rocket takes 1st photos of Earth from space

First Photo

On October 24, 1946, a V-2 rocket captured the first-ever photo of Earth from space. This event marked a significant milestone in the history of space exploration.

Technical Details

The V-2 rocket took the first photo of Earth at an altitude of 105 km. This photo showed the image of Earth from space for the first time.

Significance

The capture of the first photo of Earth marked an important step in space exploration. This event laid the foundation for future space missions.