On the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, legendary astronaut Buzz Aldrin shared a heartfelt message, reminiscing about the historic moment when the lunar module Eagle touched down at Tranquility Base. Aldrin, who in 1969 became the second person to walk on the Moon behind Neil Armstrong, emphasized that the mission was a result of relentless effort, unwavering dedication, and the teamwork of hundreds of thousands. He invoked President John F. Kennedy’s iconic speech, which set the stage for the lunar mission, calling it a testament to human ambition and unity.
The 95-year-old, who in 1969 walked on the Moon behind mission commander Neil Armstrong, reminisced about the iconic moment they shared while Michael Collins orbited above in the command module.