Okay, yes today is Cinco de Mayo, and it is a great day to eat Mexican food and get drunk, but today is also National Astronaut Day and we celebrate the greatness of science and engineering that is achived by out national heroes the Astronaut.
National Astronaut Day celebrates Astronauts mission is to inspire ALL to "reach for the stars"! On May 5th, 1961, Alan B Shepard became the first American in space aboard the Freedom 7 Space capsule, and from that day on Americans have been the leaders in space flight and space exploration. The milestone has been a trailblazing example of heroic bravery and adventure, which is the essence of what National Astronaut Day is all about.
Today, take a moment to read or even stream about these great men and women, who have sacrificed their lives for the sake of science and the advancement of our knowledge of the universe.
Visit the Official Website: www.NationalAstronautDay.com to learn more.