Historical Events tagged with "dOD"
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Space Shuttle Discovery's First Unclassified Mission
Space Shuttle Discovery launched on its STS-39 mission, marking the first unclassified mission for the United States Department of Defense. The mission's primary focus was on conducting various military research experiments in low Earth orbit. Discovery lifted off from Kennedy Space Center in Florida with a crew of seven astronauts, including Commander Frederick D. Gregory and Pilot Charles D. Gemar. This mission allowed the DOD to utilize shuttle capabilities without the constraints of classified guidelines, showcasing the shuttle's versatility for national security needs. The successful deployment of multiple payloads demonstrated the shuttle’s ability to support both scientific and defense-oriented objectives.
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