Historical Events tagged with "cape"
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Apollo 9 Launch Tests Lunar Module Capabilities
Apollo 9 was launched to test the lunar module, a key component for future moon landings. The mission featured a crew consisting of James McDivitt, David Scott, and Rusty Schweickart, providing critical data on the lunar module's performance in space. Launched from Cape Kennedy, Florida, the mission lasted ten days, during which the crew conducted significant tests including the first manned flight of the lunar module, which was named 'Spider'. The mission aimed to ensure that all systems functioned correctly to support the goal of landing on the moon.
Continue ReadingFirst Two-Man Space Flight with Gemini 3
NASA's Gemini 3 mission marked the United States' first manned flight with a two-person crew aboard. Launched from Cape Kennedy, Florida, astronauts Gus Grissom and John Young orbited the Earth three times. The mission lasted approximately five hours, showcasing the capabilities of the Gemini spacecraft and the growing U.S. space program. Notably, Grissom and Young carried a corned beef sandwich, which became a humorous part of the mission's legacy due to the resulting mess and its implications for future space food.
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