The 1970s

Explore 1718 historical events from 1970–1979.

1971 launch of salyut 1 the first space station
1971 55 years ago

Launch of Salyut 1, the first space station

Salyut 1, also known as DOS-1, was the world's first space station. It was launched into low Earth orbit by the Soviet Union on April 19, 1971. The Salyut program subsequently achi…

Launch of Salyut 1, the first space station

1971 55 years ago

Cameron Blades, Australian rugby player

Cameron Blades is an Australian international former rugby union player who played at the loosehead prop position, but could also cover at tighthead prop and hooker. He played prof…

Cameron Blades, Australian rugby player