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Why We Soar: From Kitty Hawk to the Stars with Cady Coleman
Jul 6, 2024
Former NASA astronaut Cady Coleman shares insights on humanity's drive to reach new heights, from Kitty Hawk to space exploration. Topics include the overview effect, her experiences on the ISS, passion for music, teamwork in space missions, and the boundless possibilities of space exploration.
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- Humanity's drive for flight has evolved from ancient myths to space exploration milestones.
- The 'overview effect' from space exploration fosters unity, global stewardship, and responsibility for Earth.
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Evolution of Flight from Ancient Myths to Modern Space Exploration
Humans have always been fascinated with flight, from ancient myths like that of Icarus to the invention of hot air balloons in the 18th century. The Wright brothers' historic flight in 1903 marked the beginning of rapid aviation advancements, leading to the development of jets and rocket planes. The space race initiated by the launch of Sputnik 1 in 1957 culminated in NASA's Apollo program landing humans on the moon in 1969, inspiring millions to embrace science and space exploration.
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