1. Thunder in the Skies

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. 8 May 1985. 55 min

A chronicle of man's achievements in space begins with the German V-2 rocket, Chuck Yeager's breaking of the sound barrier, and Sputnik 1.

2. Wings of Mercury

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. 15 May 1985. 55 min

The Mercury program reflects America's determination to overtake Soviet achievements in space.

3. One Giant Leap

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. 22 May 1985. 55 min

The intense race to the moon ends with Neil Armstrong's footprints in the Sea of Tranquility on July 20, 1969.

4. The Territory Ahead

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. 29 May 1985. 55 min

The history of the U.S. space shuttle includes the Challenger disaster and its long-term impact.