Robert Goddard

Robert Goddard was an American engineer and inventor, known as one of the pioneers of modern rocketry. Born in 1882, he successfully launched the world's first liquid-fueled rocket in 1926, which marked a significant advancement in rocket technology. His work laid the foundation for future space exploration, including satellite launches and human spaceflight. Goddard faced skepticism and challenges during his career but is now celebrated for his visionary ideas, which ultimately contributed to the development of spacecraft and space missions that have transformed our understanding of the universe.