This manual explores the development of the Mercury space capsule and its systems. In addition, it examines the "space race" rivalry between the Soviet Union and the U.S., which led to America's goal to put a human into orbit. This dream was carried out by the U.S.A.'s Project Mercury. After a long series of test launches, Mercury astronaut Alan Shepard became the first American in space. Read more to learn all about the construction, testing, and procedures that went into this operation. 402 pages, 8"x10", softcover.
Project Mercury Familiarization Manual
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