Target America 1972: when terrorists threatened Apollo

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A terrorist organization targeted Project Apollo, one the proudest achievements of American, on December 7, 1972. The terrorist group, named Black September, was unsuccessful and the intended targets were not harmed. The story of Apollo 17, unknown to most Americans, is presented.

Safety and security measures, Space flight, Terrorism, Black September Group

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America speaks

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Americans share their reactions to the Columbia space suttle tragedy, celebrating the heroism of the deceased astronauts, acknowledging the risk inherent in such endeavors, and exhorting the government to redouble its space efforts.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Columbia Space Shuttle Accident, 2003, Space vehicle accidents

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Lessons from Apollo

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Much can be learned from the NASA's Apollo missions to the Moon. These lessons and observations are outlined and examined, and the economic and scientific potentials of lunar exploration are presented.

Personal narratives, Cover Story, Design and construction, Discovery and exploration, Moon, Space suits, Moon exploration, Space flight to the moon, Lunar flights, Extravehicular activity (Manned space flight)

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