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Space Exploration: Apollo And The Apollo Missions

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Space Exploration: Apollo Missions

Project Apollo and the Apollo Missions were a culmination of years of work, thousands of man-hours, and a commitment to President John F. Kennedy’s push for space exploration and the endeavor to be willing to face challenges and succeed. The men and women involved were dedicated to advancing our understanding of science and developing the necessary technology to reach the Moon. They strived for greatness, excellence, and brilliantly succeeded beyond what most thought was possible.

The main goal of Project Apollo was to land “Americans on the moon and return them safely to the Earth.” Other goals of the program were to establish a presence in space for the United States, create the technology that would

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