Neil Armstrong was the first man to set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969, during NASA's Apollo 11 mission. As the commander of the mission, he famously declared, "That's one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind," as he stepped onto the lunar surface. This monumental achievement marked a significant milestone in the Space Race between the United States and the Soviet Union, demonstrating American technological prowess and exploration capabilities. Armstrong’s feat was not just a triumph for NASA, but also a symbol of human exploration, inspiring generations to pursue science, technology, and the exploration of outer space.