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Author
Publisher
University of Chicago Press
Pub. Date
1996.
Language
English
Description
"An in-depth account of the events and personal actions which led to a great tragedy in the history of America's space program." -James D. Smith, former Solid Rocket Booster Chief, NASA, Marshall Space Flight Center
When the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded on January 28, 1986, millions of Americans became bound together in a single, historic moment. Many still vividly remember exactly where they were and what they were doing when they heard about...
Author
Publisher
Chicago Review Press Incorporated
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"One of the most elusive and controversial figures in NASA's history, George W.S. Abbey was called "the Dark Lord," "the Godfather," and "UNO" (unidentified NASA official) by those within NASA. From young pilot and wannabe astronaut to engineer, bureaucrat, and finally director of the Johnson Space Center ("mission control"), Abbey's story has never been fully told--until now. This fascinating account takes readers inside NASA to learn the real story...
