On the 38th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, the nation remembers the tragic event that occurred on January 28, 1986. The shuttle, on its 10th mission, broke apart 73 seconds into its flight from Kennedy Space Launch Complex 39B, resulting in the deaths of all seven crew members. Among the lost were Christa McAuliffe, the first teacher in space, and Judith Resnik from Akron. The crew, recognized for their courage and dedication to space exploration, included Ellison S. Onizuka, Mike Smith, Dick Scobee, Greg Jarvis, Ron McNair, and Judy Resnik, in addition to McAuliffe. Tributes poured in from across the country, honoring their legacy and the impact they had on human space exploration. The Challenger disaster remains a somber reminder of the risks associated with space travel and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of scientific knowledge and exploration.
#OTD in 2003, the Space Shuttle Columbia broke apart during re-entry. The crew consisting of three U.S. Navy officers, two U.S. Air Force officers, one Israeli Air Force officer and one civilian mission specialist all perished in the disaster. https://t.co/gN3GeH5VRJ
Today, we remember the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster and express our gratitude to the astronauts and their families for their sacrifice. https://t.co/tZEN9eGYNe
21 years ago, our country lost seven heroic astronauts who braved the unknown in pursuit of science. May the courageous crew of the Space Shuttle Columbia never be forgotten. Rick Husband William C McCool Michael P Anderson Kalpana Chawla David M Brown Laurel Clark Ilan Ramon https://t.co/jjhjzTUyOx
ON THIS DAY: The space shuttle Columbia broke apart while returning to Earth, killing the seven astronauts on board. "In the words of a flight director at NASA: It has been a bad day," @ABC's Peter Jennings said during a 2/1/03 broadcast reporting on the devastating incident. https://t.co/8EYvGwBvwr
21 years ago today, the seven, brave crew members on Space Shuttle Columbia lost their lives as the ship attempted its return flight to Earth. We will never forget their sacrifice and are forever grateful for their legacy and contribution to space exploration. https://t.co/fAVqYZ9tAM
REMEMBERING COLUMBIA ๐ On this day in 2003, 21 years ago, the Space Shuttle Columbia's seven-member crew was 16 minutes from landing when their orbiter broke up upon its return to Earth and exploded over Texas. https://t.co/nKbu2emJ7Q https://t.co/8neFZICXwP
January 28, 1986. It has been 38 years since the Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart 73 seconds into flight, killing all seven crew members onboard. Where were you that day? #shuttlechallenger #challengerdisaster #spaceshuttle #news3now #localnews8 https://t.co/EPuJWltK94 https://t.co/1JftzOEzRH
The tragedies of Apollo I (Jan 27, 1967), the Challenger Space Shuttle explosion (Jan 28, 1986) and Columbia (Feb 1, 2003) affect all Americans, and our friends around the world, not just folks associated with our space program. They are reminders of the paramount importance ofโฆ https://t.co/KDCIsGZGC6
38 years ago, Christa McAuliffe was among the 7 brave Americans who lost their lives when the Challenger Space Shuttle exploded. Christaโs passion for exploration continues to inspire kids across NH and our country. This week and every week, we honor her legacy and her memory. https://t.co/3zM6FjhQDj
NASA Challenger explosion remembered 38 years later https://t.co/oi28qdjbCi
NASA's space shuttle Challenger launched from the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral on its 10th mission on Jan. 28, 1986. https://t.co/g13hWYo1qL
Sunday marks the 38th anniversary of the Challenger tragedy. It exploded 73 seconds after liftoff, claiming the lives of all seven people onboard. https://t.co/z2ogzE0G1R
Saturday marks the 37th anniversary of the Challenger tragedy. NASA remembered the crew and other fallen astronauts this week in its Day of Remembrance. https://t.co/YgZvq8oYQF
It exploded 73 seconds after liftoff, claiming the lives of all seven people onboard: Gregory Jarvis, Judith Resnik, Dick Scobee, Ronald McNair, Mike Smith, Ellison Onizuka and Christa McAuliffe. https://t.co/AQrvqsnnfj
Remembering Challenger: 38 years since NASA's space shuttle tragedy https://t.co/n8eD3praUy
IN MEMORY๐ On this day in 1986, the space shuttle Challenger exploded just 73 seconds into flight from Cape Canaveral, killing all seven crew members on board. https://t.co/g13hWYo1qL https://t.co/PEoohnLViL
38 years ago today. At 11:38:00am on Jan 28, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger made its 10th launch from the Kennedy Space Launch Complex 39B. At 11:39:13am, the Challenger exploded, killing all 7 crew members. This is my piece remembering that day. "1 minute, 13 seconds" https://t.co/AGRoSi5uSa
38 years ago the tragic Challenger explosion killed 7, including New Hampshireโs own Christa McAuliffe. Today we remember Christaโs memory โ and especially her passion for education and exploration.
Fifty years ago today we lost three valiant astronauts. While training at the KSC as an FBI agent, I found myself at pad 34 one day, all they had was this small plaque. One of the saddest days I ever experience. https://t.co/ZswWTwpMdP https://t.co/fY8NKF3hQ7
38 years ago today, our nation lost seven brave souls in pursuit of science & exploration. May the courageous crew of the Space Shuttle Challenger never be forgotten. F. Richard Scobee Michael J. Smith Ronald McNair Ellison Onizuka Judith Resnik Gregory Jarvis Christa McAuliffe https://t.co/lErCxcCObQ
38 years ago, the Challenger Space Shuttle broke apart after launching from Cape Canaveral. Please join me in remembering the lives that were lost on this fateful day. https://t.co/DdoKsXeKQi
On this day in 1986, tragedy struck as the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds into its launch. Today, we remember and honor the incredible crew members who lost their lives in this accident, including Judith Resnik from Akron. https://t.co/Oi9imd7huU
On this date in 1986 the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster took place. Tragically all seven crew members lost their lives. #80s #RIP https://t.co/zDOXErh1IB
PHOTOS: Remembering the 1986 Challenger space shuttle disaster 38 years later https://t.co/aFlybgAYzR
38 years ago today, we lost 7 Americans in the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident, including the first teacher in space, my friend - Christa McAuliffe. I spoke of Christa on the Floor that morning. Christa dedicated her life to education; she represented the best of humankind. https://t.co/fvemsRlnAW
Jan 28, 1986: the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster took place. #80s I will always remember where I was when I watched it happen. Do you remember where you were when it happened? https://t.co/C7Tnbj3fRE
38 years ago today, we lost the crew of the Space Shuttle Challenger in a tragic explosion. Every year on this day, I remember their courage. The Challenger crew and their loved ones will always have the respect and gratitude of this country. https://t.co/wH8z4clitE
On this day in 1986, seven astronauts aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger โ Ellison S. Onizuka, Mike Smith, Christa McAuliffe, Dick Scobee, Greg Jarvis, Ron McNair and Judy Resnik โ died when the spacecraft broke apart 73 seconds into its launch. https://t.co/vJnY9Yiqus https://t.co/q4rsMlGDIE
New Hampshireโs Christa McAullife said it best, โI touch the future. I teach.โ Today marks 38 years since we lost her and six other crew members in the Space Shuttle Challenger tragedy. She remains an inspiration to the next generation of teachers, explorers, and us all.
๐ Remembering the Space Shuttle Challenger crew today, lost 36 years ago. Their courage and dedication to space exploration will forever inspire us. Let's honor their legacy by continuing to push the boundaries of human exploration. https://t.co/xrlELp4wHY
38 years ago today, the space shuttle Challenger disintegrated just 73 seconds after liftoff. All seven crew members were lost. We honor the crew members who lost their lives to space exploration. Their memory lives on. https://t.co/bOeoMiddzF
Today is the 38th anniversary of the Challenger shuttle disaster. https://t.co/TGnIWqeTUY
The Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart 73 seconds into its flight 38 years ago today, killing all seven crew members, including New Hampshire teacher Christa McAuliffe. McAuliffe was born in Boston and received her bachelor's degree from Framingham State. #RIP https://t.co/kUdkDl9ptA
38 yrs ago on this day in 1986 STS-51L Challenger exploded 73 seconds after lift off. Who else can remember exactly where they were when they found out? Best wishes to all the families of those lost. https://t.co/TfQAQmDEyW
Today in History: space shuttle Challenger explodes https://t.co/xpwrMTVw4p