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Breaking the Mars Curse

HISTORY This Week

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The Fascination with Mars: From Telescopes to Space Races

This chapter traces the historical journey of Mars observations, highlighting early astronomers' contributions and the public's imagination, particularly through Lowell's canal theories. It also delves into the competitive efforts of the U.S. and Soviet space programs, reflecting on the challenges and triumphs of early Martian exploration amid shifting public interest.

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