Human activities in space have influenced life on Earth in a number of ways. Satellite communications, Earth observation, applications of space technology and the knowledge gained from space exploration are some of the most profound ones.
In my opinion however, the most important effect space activities have had on society is psychological and not materialistic. I believe that space activities, possibly more than anything else, helped to foster the belief that a unified humanity can achieve anything.
I cannot think of a better example of unity than the first landing on the moon. Millions of breathless people across the globe watched Neil Armstrong walking on the moon declaring this a “great leap for mankind”. Everyone must have felt proud that a human being achieved the unthinkable. The moon, once a subject of speculation, was now within man’s grasp.
As humans evolve it is becoming evident that unity is the only way to exceed our limited capabilities. Space exploration has the potential to unify humanity in order to overcome our problems and materialize our dreams.
Mr.
Athanasios
Batagiannis
Student
National Technical University of Athens
Professional Category:
Physical Sciences
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