Today in History: September 12, Voyager 1 leaves the solar system
Briefly

On September 12, 2013, Voyager 1 made history by becoming the first man-made spacecraft to leave the solar system, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
The sinking of the S.S. Central America in 1857, known as the Ship of Gold, is remembered as one of America's worst maritime disasters, claiming 425 lives.
The discovery of the Lascaux cave paintings in 1940 in France revealed artwork that's 17,000 years old, offering a glimpse into early human creativity and culture.
President John F. Kennedy's 1962 speech at Rice University emphasized America's commitment to ambitious space goals, famously stating, 'We choose to go to the moon... because they are hard.'
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