(Sad) Kinda says it, really.
The Yanks (with help) build the tech to get there in 1969, and 50 years later the Brits follow up the rear with a paper map.
Don't get me wrong, the OS deserver massive respect for this - especially if it engages the younger generation to continue the push into space exploration. But it's a bitter-sweet taste. Probably tinged with realisation that at 52 (53 next week) I'm unlikely to see the next big thing.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
