Chasing the Moon - Earthrise

Jul 09, 2019 on PBS at 9:00 PM

Summary

Part 2 of 3 details what it took to beat the Soviet Union to the moon in the space race. In the turbulent and troubled '60s, the U.S. space program faced tragedy with Apollo 1, but made a triumphant comeback with Apollo 8.

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Season 31 Episode 3

Jul 08, 2019

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Season 31 Episode 5

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