Mars One, a project aiming at sending humans to the remote Mars as well as establishing outer space colony, has aroused heated debate globally since it was launched. This one way mission signifies that the astronauts may never be able to come back to the Earth, which keeps many people wondering if it worthwhile to explore the unknown world in sacrifice of astronauts’ lives.
Some opponents argue that this one way trip is nothing more than a suicide mission. But what does it mean for the astronauts themselves? These brave men grasp the chance to pursue their dreams without second thought. Leaving everything behind, they prepare themselves for the rough conditions, tough missions and even deaths on the Mars, confirming that they will build up something for future generations. Human loss sounds terrible. But as the saying goes, ‘No pains, no gains’, it is inevitable in the attempt to explore an unknown world.
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As is known to all, humans’ enthusiasm and desire to explore the outer space can date back to ancient times. And the Apollo Moon landing, humans’ first voyage to the space, marked a historical moment of human history. After a series of successful aerospace explorations, we have been convinced that human beings will finally be capable to uncover all the mysteries of the space. As the next giant leap for humankind, the Mars One project, if successful, can feedback valuable information about natural resources, environment and so on, enabling us to broaden our science knowledge and deepen our understanding about the unknown world. Moreover, the project will enhance the possibilities of migrating to Mars. Its various natural resources and vast land may contribute to the settlement of current population explosion and energy crisis on the Earth, promoting the living standard of all of