**Apollo 20: The Secret Mission to the Moon**
The legend of Apollo 20 has fascinated conspiracy theorists and UFO enthusiasts for decades. Allegedly launched in 1976 as a covert follow-up to NASA’s official Apollo missions, Apollo 20 is said to have been a joint US-Soviet operation aimed at investigating an ancient alien spacecraft on the far side of the Moon. The story suggests that during earlier Apollo missions, astronauts spotted a massive, cigar-shaped object nestled in a lunar crater.
According to the claims, the Apollo 20 crew, consisting of American astronaut William Rutledge, Soviet cosmonaut Alexei Leonov, and Leona Snyder, explored the enigmatic structure. Inside, they allegedly discovered alien artifacts, strange symbols, and even the preserved remains of a female extraterrestrial, often dubbed “Mona Lisa.” Footage and images purportedly leaked by Rutledge have circulated online, adding fuel to the mystery.
Skeptics dismiss the story as a hoax, pointing to discrepancies in the alleged evidence and the lack of official records. However, the tale of Apollo 20 remains a captivating example of humanity’s fascination with the unknown, blending elements of science fiction, lunar exploration, and the eternal question: Are we alone in the universe?
