“ RACE FOR THE MOON ” 1965 NASA APOLLO PROGRAM SPACE RACE DOCUMENTARY TV SPECIAL XD49994

Want to support this channel and help us preserve old films? Visit Visit our website This 1965 black and white documentary TV special (part one of two) offers viewpoints on the value of NASA’s Apollo space program, evaluating the risks and technological advancements driving the Soviet vs. United States “space race” of the 1960s (TRT 26:14). Opening titles: “Race for the Moon. Reported by Bill Stout. A David L. Wolper production” and an animated Timex sponsorship logo (0:08). Dr. Martin Schwarzchild speaks passionately to Dr. Philip Abelson in an office setting (1:03). Dr. Edward Walsh estimates 50/50 odds for the space race (1:38). Senator Paul Douglas expresses his view that a moon landing would be nothing more than a costly stunt (1:46). Edwin Diamond, the Senior Editor of Newsweek emphasises a greater need for space research (2:02). Dr. Robert Seamans in closeup (2:23). Bill Stout hosts (2:36). A model of the moon against a starry background lo