The Space Shuttle: 5. Space truck
13 Minutes Presents: The Space Shuttle
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The Hexagon and the Shuttle: Pivotal Moments in Cold War Intelligence
This chapter delves into the operations of the KH-9 hexagon satellite, a vital tool for intelligence during the Cold War, detailing its innovative film retrieval process and the support provided by the space shuttle. Highlighting a significant event in 1982, the narrative captures the excitement surrounding the shuttle program's evolution and President Reagan's acknowledgment of its achievements. It also covers the STS-41B mission, focusing on the deployment of the Westar 6 satellite, raising tensions when the satellite goes missing after launch.
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