1946 Space & Exploration Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 07 Jan Project Diana: First Earth-Moon communication: On January 7, 1946, Project Diana successfully bounced radar waves off the Moon, measuring the exact distance between Earth and the Moon and proving that communication is possible between Earth and outer space. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 14 Jan Bikini Atoll Selected for Nuclear Testing: The United States chose the isolated Bikini Atoll in the Marshall Islands as a nuclear bomb test site, considering its small population, favorable winds, and deep harbor.
- 16 Jan Bell X-1 Aircraft First Glide Flight: The Bell X-1 aircraft completed its inaugural glide flight at Pinecastle Field in Florida, a significant milestone in aerospace technology development.
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