From the rocket measurements of the upper atmosphere and Sun that began in 1946, space science gradually emerged as a new field of scientific activity. The course of the United State space program is viewed in an historical context. Major emphasis is on NASA and its programs. The funding, staffing, organization, and priorities of the space program were reviewed.


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    Title :

    Beyond the atmosphere: Early years of space science


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    Publication date :

    1980-01-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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