Dr. Robert Goddard’s First Liquid-Fueled Rocket Launches 100 Years Ago in Massachusetts
Today marks a remarkable milestone in history as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of Dr. Robert Goddard’s groundbreaking launch of the world’s very first liquid-fueled rocket. This innovative achievement took place in Auburn, Massachusetts, where the New England physics professor, engineer, and inventor crafted the rocket himself. Goddard is often hailed as a pioneer who paved the way for the age of space exploration. Back in 1920, Goddard boldly proposed that rockets could be utilized to transport payloads to the Moon. At the time, many viewed his vision as fanciful, leading to ridicule from the media, who mockingly referred to












