The Peregrine spacecraft failed to land on the moon, and the spacecraft disintegrated in the Earth's atmosphere

Just hours before Clarke's death, a major gamma-ray burst (GRB) reached Earth. Known as GRB 080319B, the burst set a new record as the farthest object that can be seen from Earth with the naked eye.

Sir Arthur Charles Clarke died in Colombo, Sri Lanka, at the age of 90, due to respiratory complications and heart failure stemming from post-polio syndrome. This marks the end of the life of a prominent figure in science fiction and science popularization.

Death of Leslie Ekanayake (13 July 1947 – 4 July 1977), whom Clarke called his "only perfect friend of a lifetime" in the dedication to his novel The Fountains of Paradise.

Arthur C. Clarke appeared as a commentator for the CBS News broadcast of the Apollo 11 Moon landing. This event marked a significant moment in space exploration and Clarke's role as a science and technology commentator.

Arthur C. Clarke was promoted to flying officer in the Royal Air Force during World War II, indicating his progression in rank and responsibility within the military.

Arthur C. Clarke was commissioned as a pilot officer (technical branch) in the Royal Air Force during World War II. This marks his formal entry as an officer.

Sir Arthur Charles Clarke was born in Minehead, Somerset, England. This marks the beginning of the life of a highly influential science fiction writer, science writer, and futurist.