On 13 November 1980, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft captivated the world with the first-ever close-up images of Saturn during its fly-by, offering an unprecedented glimpse of the gas giant and its complex ring system.
These breathtaking photos revealed intricate details of Saturn's atmosphere, moons, and rings, revolutionising our understanding of the planet's composition and dynamics.
Voyager 1's mission, part of the ambitious Voyager program launched in 1977, demonstrated humankind's audacity to venture deep into the cosmos and paved the way for further exploration of the outer planets, leaving an indelible mark on space science.
