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Far above the Earth, NASA's Apollo lunar lander put astronauts on the moon
By Marcia Dunn, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 18, 2026
· 3 min read
America’s most daring, extraordinary feat — landing astronauts on the moon — remains the pinnacle of achievement by anyone anywhere. Ever.And the lunar lander — a groundbreaking piece of America — is up there still, far away.NASA put 12 men on the lunar surface more than half a century ago, begin...
Key takeaway NASA put 12 men on the lunar surface more than half a century ago, beginning with Apollo 11’s Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio 's rich history of military and aerospace contributions makes the legacy of NASA's Apollo lunar lander particularly relevant to the local community. As the city continues to grow its tech industry, the story of the Apollo program serves as a reminder of the innovative spirit and collaboration that can drive groundbreaking achievements. With private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin playing a key role in NASA's new Artemis program, San Antonio's own thriving business landscape may soon be home to companies working on the next generation of lunar landers. The city's proximity to major aerospace hubs and its strong workforce also make it an attractive location for companies involved in the Artemis program, potentially bringing new jobs and investment to the area. As NASA looks to return astronauts to the moon by 2028, San Antonio will likely be watching with great interest, given its own history of supporting major space exploration efforts.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? America’s most daring, extraordinary feat — landing astronauts on the moon — remains the pinnacle of achievement by anyone anywhere. Ever.And the lunar lander — a groundbreaking piece of America — is up there still, far away.NASA put 12 men on the lunar surface more than half a century ago, begin...
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