Ben P. Stein Latest articles by Ben P. Stein 45 Years Ago: How the 1st Photo of Earth From the Moon Happened By Ben P. Stein published 23 August 11 When NASA's Lunar Orbiter 1 snapped a view of Earth from the moon 45 years ago, it put the world in perspective. Earth Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MORE FROM SPACE...1The face looks familiar, but who's the other Time Lord in 'Doctor Who: The Story & the Engine'?2Need for speed? Watch this thrilling video from historic Stratolaunch Talon-A2 hypersonic flight (video)3Amateur astronomer reveals a colorful portrait of Earth's closest star-forming neighbor (photo)4Failed Soviet Venus lander Kosmos 482 crashes to Earth after 53 years in orbit5This Week In Space podcast: Episode 160 — The Amazing Dr. Goddard
45 Years Ago: How the 1st Photo of Earth From the Moon Happened By Ben P. Stein published 23 August 11 When NASA's Lunar Orbiter 1 snapped a view of Earth from the moon 45 years ago, it put the world in perspective.