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Cape Canaveral: America's Spaceport
Donald D. Spencer
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Description for Cape Canaveral: America's Spaceport
Hardcover. Num Pages: 136 pages, 280 color & 38 B/W images. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WNX; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 282 x 223 x 21. Weight in Grams: 972.
Read the compelling story behind America’s half-century space exploration. Through 318 images, see how the space program transformed Cape Canaveral from a traditional citrus production and tourist area into the world's most influential high-tech space center in the nation. From its first launch of a two-stage rocket in 1950 to the latest Space Shuttle missions in 2010, Cape Canaveral has made more successful launches into orbit than any other site in the world. A great souvenir for both visitors and residents, this book is also a wonderful resource for space historians worldwide.
Read the compelling story behind America’s half-century space exploration. Through 318 images, see how the space program transformed Cape Canaveral from a traditional citrus production and tourist area into the world's most influential high-tech space center in the nation. From its first launch of a two-stage rocket in 1950 to the latest Space Shuttle missions in 2010, Cape Canaveral has made more successful launches into orbit than any other site in the world. A great souvenir for both visitors and residents, this book is also a wonderful resource for space historians worldwide.
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
136
Condition
New
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
Atglen, United States
ISBN
9780764336164
SKU
V9780764336164
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About Donald D. Spencer
Donald D. Spencer is an internationally known educator and writer. He has written several books about Florida's history that feature vintage postcards. He lives in Ormond Beach, Florida.
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