Surrounded by Thunder: The Story of Darrell Loan and the Rocketmen

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• Tom Williams

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• Biografien
• Geschichte
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• Weltgeschichte

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Set against the backdrop of the space race, the narrative follows Darrell Loan, an aeronautical engineering graduate who quickly ascends to a prominent role at NASA. Collaborating with legendary figures like Werner von Braun, Darrell navigates the challenges and triumphs of early space exploration, from the launch of Sputnik to the historic moon landing. His journey highlights the intense competition and groundbreaking achievements of the era, showcasing the camaraderie and dedication of engineers and pilots pushing the boundaries of human capability.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2013
• Einband: Paperback