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.
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 2001
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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.
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 2003
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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.
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1992
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