5 February 1974Mariner 10 Gravity AssistGiuseppe Colombo
Mariner 10 uses Venus for the first interplanetary gravity assist, placing the spacecraft on course for its first Mercury encounter.
Historical records for Italy in 1974, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Mariner 10 uses Venus for the first interplanetary gravity assist, placing the spacecraft on course for its first Mercury encounter.
Mariner 10 makes the first spacecraft flyby of Mercury, validating the trajectory that permits later repeat encounters.
Mariner 10 returns to Mercury for a second flyby because its solar orbit is resonant with Mercury's orbital period.
Represents Italy at the summit that establishes regular meetings under the title European Council.
Supports the agreement creating the European Council and advancing direct European Parliament elections.
Appointed Prime Minister of Italy, 2nd term
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