Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the lunar surface, while Michael Collins remained in orbit around the Moon aboard the command module.
The primary objective of the Apollo 11 mission was to achieve a crewed lunar landing and return safely to Earth. The mission aimed to demonstrate the United States' technological and scientific superiority in the space race against the Soviet Union during the Cold War era.
Additional objectives included collecting lunar surface samples, conducting scientific experiments, and deploying various instruments to study the Moon's surface and environment.
The success of the Apollo 11 mission marked a significant milestone in human history and space exploration. It demonstrated the feasibility of crewed lunar landings and showcased the capabilities of the American space program.
The Apollo program as a whole contributed to advances in technology, science, and engineering, and inspired generations of people around the world to pursue careers in space exploration.