John Glenn’s fall in a hotel bathroom on February 26, 1964, marked a significant moment in space exploration history. At the time, Glenn was a 40-year-old man who had just become the first American to orbit the Earth. However, his fall led to a medical mystery that increased research into the effects of spaceflight on the human body.
In a recent Popular Science video, the fascinating backstory of Glenn’s bathroom accident is explored in detail. The video delves into how this seemingly simple fall had a profound impact on future research into space travel and its effects on astronauts.
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