Today in history

February 5: historical facts and curiosities

What happened on this date in history? Explore landmark events, discoveries, and curiosities from February 5.

Apollo 14 Lands on Moon: Shepard's Golf Swing in Space

On February 5, 1971, Apollo 14's lunar module, Antares, touched down on the Moon's Fra Mauro formation. Commander Alan Shepard and Lunar Module Pilot Edgar Mitchell spent over 33 hours on the lunar surface, performing two EVAs. Shepard famously hit two golf balls with a makeshift club, demonstrating the Moon's low gravity. This mission marked humanity's third successful Moon landing.

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Curiosity for 2027-02-05

Today is a great day to plan ahead and organize your upcoming commitments.

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