On January 28, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger tragically broke apart just 73 seconds after launch, resulting in the deaths of all seven crew members. This catastrophic event was attributed to a failure in the solid rocket booster's O-rings. The mission aimed to deploy satellites and test tools for astronomical studies, while also conducting educational classes and experiments in space. Among the crew was civilian teacher Christa McAuliffe, who was set to share her experiences with students on Earth.

The launch took place in frigid conditions, with temperatures around 26…