About this season
This 4-part documentary miniseries covers the history of manned and unmanned space-flight, from the late 1800s through the mid-1980s.
Episodes (4)
1
E1
1. Thunder in the Skies
Aired 8 May 1985 • 55 min
A chronicle of man's achievements in space begins with the German V-2 rocket, Chuck Yeager's breaking of the sound barrier, and Sputnik 1.
2
E2
2. Wings of Mercury
Aired 15 May 1985 • 55 min
The Mercury program reflects America's determination to overtake Soviet achievements in space.
3
E3
3. One Giant Leap
Aired 22 May 1985 • 55 min
The intense race to the moon ends with Neil Armstrong's footprints in the Sea of Tranquility on July 20, 1969.
4
E4
4. The Territory Ahead
Aired 29 May 1985 • 55 min
The history of the U.S. space shuttle includes the Challenger disaster and its long-term impact.