Chariots for Apollo: The NASA History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft to 1969

Explore the remarkable history of NASA's Apollo program and the development of the spacecraft that carried humanity to the Moon. Written by NASA historians, this detailed account traces the engineering challenges, technological breakthroughs, and historic achievements leading to the Apollo 11 lunar landing in July 1969. Originally published by NASA in 1979, this Dover edition includes a new introduction by Paul Dickson. The book examines the development of the Apollo command and service modules, lunar module, spacecraft testing, and the efforts of the engineers, scientists, and astronauts who made the Moon landing possible. Featuring the history behind legendary astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins, this is an excellent reference for space enthusiasts, NASA collectors, aviation historians, and readers interested in the Space Race. Condition: Please see photos for exact condition.