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Craig Nelson's history of man's first expedition to another world combines first hand accounts, recollections, and vivid descriptions in an engaging and informed account.

From a boy's dream of the moon landing to the true story of 13 women who led the way for the first American female astronaut, these books will amaze fans of space travel.

American giant Cadillac has entered the estate market for the first time ever with the BLS Wagon.

John F. Kennedy was a war hero, congressman, senator and the youngest man ever elected to the office of president of the United States. He was only 46 when he died.

Taking over the Presidential reins after the tragic assassination of Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson attempted to continue Kennedy's policies, while adding in many of his own.

Metro Two is a purported underground transportation system concealed by the construction of the Moscow Metro on the orders of Josef Stalin, beginning in the 1930s.

On July 20th, 1969 Neil Armstrong was the first person to set foot anywhere other than Earth when he walked out of NASA's Apollo 11 and down onto the surface of the moon.

Called Extra Vehicular Activity or EVA by NASA spacewalks were a second Russian victory in the "Space Race" with America.

John F. Kennedy's Presidency lasted just under three years, but in this time he was able to achieve several victories, both foreign and domestic.

Scholarly publishing does not happen in a vacuum but is highly influenced by world events. Find out how the launch of Sputnik indirectly supported university presses.

There is no other place on earth that contributed so much to world's aviation and space history than Antelope Valley. From the first supersonic flight - to the first US s

American maker Chevrolet has launched the Epica and has positioned at the value end of the market.

During Winter 2008 the V&A is offering a wide choice of shows. However, check in advance for gallery closures and wheelchair access restrictions due to refurbishment.

Glyn Bindon's self-luminous sights and scopes are now standard equipment for thousands of U.S. law enforcement and military personnel as well as hunters.

With the first flights of NASA's new Orion spacecraft to take place over the next several years, new human voyages beyond low Earth orbit may inspire a new generation.

An American inventor before his time, Robert Goddard invented liquid fueled rockets in 1926.

The original Sputnik was a landmark event in that it was both an important first as a technological achievement, and for what it inspired.

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A brief examination of foreign policy and domestic affairs during the presidency of Dwight D. Eisenhower.

From man walking on the moon for the first time, to unexpected death and improbable sports victories, life changed forever after circumstances that shaped the future.

John F. Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States and he was the first Catholic president. His first term was suddenly cut short by his assassination in 1963.

The Golden Age of Science Fiction dawned just before the onset of World War II. It began to mature when the troops came home.

Do you need a topic for an American history essay? Here's some of the highlights of the last 250 years or so to get you started!

Apollo is a bold journey into Epic Theater. Portland Center Stage premieres "Liberation" the third part of Keystone and Critical Mass Performance Group's new play.

Starting the assignment with a list of focus questions will enable students to narrow research and develop specific thesis statements for expository history term papers.

Journey to the Moon is compilation of six documentaries focused on the United State's efforts to go to the moon.

U.S. Presidents usually address the House and Senate during the State of the Union. Otherwise, joint sessions of Congress hear speeches about extraordinary policies.

High voter turnout percentages in U.S. presidential elections since 1960 reflect deep concerns over domestic and foreign policy issues affecting peace and prosperity.

Newly elected President Dwight David Eisenhower found himself facing a continuing war in Korea and the beginnings of what would become the Cold War.

Many criticize the Moon landings of the late 60s as extravagant science. But the science that put astronauts on the moon also helped to create the personal computer.

British Regency design, design during the Cold War, modern British theatre design and design innovation in China are explored by major exhibitions at London's V&A Museum.

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Interzone 213 for November-December 2007 has Chris Roberson's latest Celestial Empire story and fiction by Benjamin Rosenbaum, Jason Stoddard and Aliette de Bodard.

Thirteen national museums and galleries, all located on the National Mall in the U.S. capitol, offer visitors an unparalleled wealth of history, arts, and culture.

The American covert venture to seize as many German scientist as they could at the end of World War II was called Operation Paperclip.

Not too long ago, there were rumors spreading of NASA's proposed ideas for a return shuttle launch to the moon. NASA opted to reveal their master plans for our mission.

From robotic toys to SETI at home, these science books for kids showcase the ever changing world of robotics and astrobiology.

The first decade of the Cold War validated Winston Churchill's Iron Curtain speech, from the division of Europe to internal fifth columns promoting Communism.

Richard Nixon is surely best remembered for the Watergate scandal and subsequent resignation. There is certainly much more to his time in office than that, however.

At a young age Valentina became interested in parachuting a pursuit which would change her life when she became an adult and vied for position in the Soviet space program

Many people still believe that mankind has never made it to the moon. However 12 men have walked on the moon and disputing Moon Hoax theories is easy to do.