Space

Monkeys in Space

Dec 16, 2015
Explore the iconic mission of two monkeys sent into space by NASA, highlighting the rivalry with the Soviet Union. Discover the role of animals in determining human space travel and the tragic outcomes of early animal experiments.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
Animals in Space: Monkeys as Astronauts
04:17 • 4min
3
Early Animal Experiments and the Pioneers of Space Travel
08:25 • 2min