Beyond the atmosphere: Early years of space science (original) (raw)

Beyond the atmosphere: Early years of space scienceFrom the rocket measurements of the upper atmosphere and Sun that began in 1946, space science gradually emerged as a new field of scientific activity. The course of the United State space program is viewed in an historical context. Major emphasis is on NASA and its programs. The funding, staffing, organization, and priorities of the space program were reviewed.

Acquisition Source

Legacy CDMS

Document Type

Special Publication (SP)

Authors

Newell, H. E.

(NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)

Date Acquired

August 11, 2013

Publication Date

January 1, 1980

Accession Number

81N20962

Distribution Limits

Public

Copyright

Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.