A Brief Look at the Space Race
β 9.5 Β· 2014 Β· 19m Β· Drama Β· History
This was a project done for a AP US History course, hence the mundane performances and obvious budgetary restraints. It is in our honor to present you a glimpse into the Space Race.
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