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Zoltan Galantai

"Armstrong . . . didn't stated that it was a great leap for ONLY Americans, as he was a representative of our species there"

I totally agree with you that all mankind, not just Americans, have and will continue to benefit from the spinoff of the Moon landings.  However, this does not transform the responsibility for the accomplishment into one of all mankind.

If Sam Smith decides that the sidewalk on the street of his new home is old and crumbling, he could replace its entire length at his own expense and effort.  While property values would increase for everyone on the block, the accomplishment still belongs to Sam.  Joe Blow down the street still does not get to add his name to the plaque on Sam's house.

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