Exploring the Universe: Briefing at Jet Propulsion Laboratory with U.S. Senator Robert S. Kerr and NASA Administrator James E. Webb, 1958-01-31

Item — Box: 23, Folder: 7

Identifier: CAC_CC_31_5_23_7_0010

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The text provides an overview of a briefing at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California, attended by U.S. Senator Robert S. Kerr and NASA Administrator James E. Webb. The briefing covers the history of the laboratory, its programs for exploring the Moon and planets, the Deep Space Instrumentation Facility, future programs, the Ranger and Surveyor projects, instruments to explore the Moon, and applications of space technology to the civilian economy. The laboratory's history includes its development of rockets for military and scientific purposes, culminating in the launch of America's first Earth satellite, Explorer I, in 1958. Today, the laboratory is a key player in NASA's space exploration efforts.

Dates

1958-01-31

Creator

Kerr, Robert S. (Robert Samuel), 1896-1963 (Person)

Language of Materials

English

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