The sky on
your birthday.
6 Up 5 Down
This fish-eye view captures the night launch of the Space Shuttle Atlantis on March 22, 1996, for mission STS-76. Six astronauts went aloft, and five returned, as one crew member, Shannon Lucid, was delivered to the Mir Space Station. These flights were part of the Phase 1 program for the International Space Station's construction.
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Released on your day
Space pictures released on your month and day in other years, or a few days either side. Each one is sharp enough to print as a poster.
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Released on 2 June 2011 Endeavour's Starry Night See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 2 JUN 1996 falls under Gemini (♊). The sign's window runs from 05-21 through 06-20. Gemini is named for the twin stars Castor and Pollux, both bright enough to spot without a telescope. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 2 JUN 1996.
Questions about June 2, 1996
What space photo was released on June 2, 1996?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 2, 1996 was "6 Up 5 Down". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on June 2, 1996?
A full moon, about 99% lit.
What day of the week was June 2, 1996?
June 2, 1996 was a Sunday, day 154 of the 366 days in 1996.
Is it free?
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