Goddard Moonbase

Goddard Moonbase was the first permanent colony established, both on Luna and off of Earth. Started as a multi-national effort, the facility was always intended to become self-sufficient.

History

• 1983: An international consortium of space-going nations begins construction of a permanent manned base on Luna. It will be named after Dr. Robert Goddard, the American rocketry pioneer. Funding is provided by the United States (30%), Russia (30%), South Korea (17%), the European Union (15%), China (6%), and India (2%).