The first manned moon landing occurred on July 20, 1969, during NASA's Apollo 11 mission. Astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin became the first humans to set foot on the lunar surface, with Armstrong famously declaring, "That's one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind" as he stepped onto the moon. This monumental achievement marked a significant milestone in space exploration, demonstrating the capabilities of human ingenuity and technological advancements. The successful landing not only fulfilled President John F. Kennedy's goal of landing a man on the moon before the decade's end but also sparked renewed interest in science and exploration.