Before Apollo 11, space was a destination. Now, it's a scientific opportunity. This sneak peek watches astronauts transform from pilots to explorers, and relives the drama of Apollo 13.
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When We Left Earth: The NASA Missions: The Explorers
Before Apollo 11, space was a destination. Now, it's a scientific opportunity. This sneak peek watches astronauts transform from pilots to explorers, and relives the drama of Apollo 13.
Added: Jun 27, 2008
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