More than half a century after the first Moon landing, this book explains how the Apollo program has influenced astronautics and aeronautics over the decades…
Over half a century ago, on July 21, 1969, following a journey aboard Apollo 11, Neil Armstrong (NASA) and Buzz Aldrin (Air Force) set foot on the Moon, against the backdrop of the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union. In many ways, the impact of this advanced program is still felt today, and its influence has continued to advance space and aeronautical research in general. All the more so as NASA is planning to take a crew to the moon by 2025, through the Artemis program – at least six missions are envisaged.
Philippe Coue, who is a member of the International Academy of Astronautics and the author of articles and publications on the Apollo Mission, is particularly well qualified to talk in detail not only about lunar exploration, but also about the impact and influence that the July 1969 exploration may have had on an entire industry. With great detail, this book explains the inner workings of what was “one small step for man” and “one giant leap for mankind”.
Book. “Legacy of the Apollo Program, inheriting the Moon.” Author: Philippe Coue. Editions L’Harmattan. ISBN: 9782343184135