1975 Space & Exploration Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 22 Jan Landsat 2 Earth observation satellite launch: On January 22, 1975, the Landsat 2 satellite was launched, continuing the series of Earth observation satellites. This satellite provided valuable data for land use and environmental monitoring, contributing significantly to remote sensing technology. source: landsat.gsfc.nasa.gov
- 30 May European Space Agency Established: The European Space Agency (ESA) was established on May 30, 1975, following the signing of the ESA Convention by 10 European countries. The agency began operations on May 31, 1975, after the Convention entered into force on October 30, 1980. source: esa.int
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