The Moon Landing: A Hoax?
Explore the conspiracy theories surrounding the moon landing.
The Conspiracy
Many believe that the moon landing was staged as part of a massive government conspiracy. They point to supposed inconsistencies in the footage, lack of stars in photos, and the American flag appearing to wave in the wind.
Evidence and Theories
Footage Anomalies
Many argue that the footage of the moon landing shows signs of being staged, including the lack of a blast crater under the lunar module.
Photographic Evidence
The absence of stars in photos taken by the astronauts on the moon's surface has been cited as evidence of a hoax.
The Waving Flag
The American flag appears to be waving in the wind, despite the moon having no atmosphere.
Gallery of Doubt
Interactive Timeline
July 16, 1969
Apollo 11 launches from Kennedy Space Center.
July 20, 1969
Lunar Module Eagle lands on the Moon's surface.
July 21, 1969
Neil Armstrong becomes the first person to set foot on the Moon.