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NASA's development from its founding in 1958 to its preparation for a moon landing; the birth of American space exploration reflects the unshakable optimism of a time when space offered unlimited opportunities.

NASA's development from its founding in 1958 to its preparation for a moon landing; the birth of American space exploration reflects the unshakable optimism of a time when space offered unlimited opportunities.

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S1, EP3 "The Last Bomb"

A perilous journey on one of the 21st Bomber Command's long-distance, low-altitude daytime strikes over Tokyo during the spring and summer of 1945.

History in HD

S1, EP2 "America in Space"

NASA's development from its founding in 1958 to its preparation for a moon landing; the birth of American space exploration reflects the unshakable optimism of a time when space offered unlimited opportunities.

History in HD

S1, EP1 "Shooting Iwo Jima"

The life and legacy of war photographer Bill Genaust, who was killed in battle shortly after filming the iconic raising of the flag on Iwo Jima.

Rare, archival footage, restored in high definition and presented with a modern-day perspective.
Original Air Date: Nov 11, 2009
Playback: HD
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