Monthly Archives: July 2019

Space odyssey

Posted on 18 July 2019 by pws

Just also putting things into context, the Moon was reached for the first time at the very end of 1968 (by humans) and the landing was 1969. One of the great science fiction films of all time, possibly one of … Continue reading →

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Excitement

Posted on 16 July 2019 by pws

It was a truly exciting time. They went to the Moon in peace for all mankind. Everyone around the world watched it if they could. We look back now after 50 years of technological progress, and find we couldn’t do … Continue reading →

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Astronauts

Posted on 15 July 2019 by pws

Of the three crew members who went on Apollo 11, two are still alive. Obviously, they are in their 80s. Michael Collins still makes appearances and he has a witty turn of phrase. His book is a good read, if … Continue reading →

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