William James Sidis, renowned for his extraordinary intellect, lived a remarkable life, spanning an unprecedented 46 years. Born in Ukraine to a psychologist father, Sidis demonstrated exceptional intelligence from a young age, leading to his early admission to Harvard University...
56 years ago today, Wally Schirra and Tom Stafford lifted off on Gemini 6. They would go on to perform the first-ever rendezvous of two spacecrafts in orbit.
What was his response to those who objected to his prediction that rocket-powered vehicles would one day reach the moon? "Every sight is funny until the first man accomplishes something; but once possible, it becomes commonplace."
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