Into the Black
The Extraordinary Untold Story of the First Flight of the Space Shuttle Columbia and the Astronauts Who Flew Her
by:
Rowland White
in:
U.S. History
Summary:
The book chronicles the inaugural mission of the Space Shuttle Columbia, detailing the technical challenges, political backdrop, and personal stories of the astronauts John Young and Robert Crippen. It provides an in-depth look at the engineering triumphs, the risks involved in the mission, and the behind-the-scenes efforts that led to the successful launch and landing of NASA's first reusable spacecraft.
Key points:
1. Cold War Space Race: The book explores the U.S.-Soviet rivalry during the Cold War, focusing on the space race and the geopolitical power it represented. The launch of the Space Shuttle Columbia was a major U.S. victory.
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