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Rocket Men: The Epic Story of the First Men on the Moon

Craig Nelson

About the Program

Craig Nelson talks about the first moon landing and the people who accomplished it.  July 20, 2009 marks the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission to the moon.  Mr. Craig spoke at the College Park Aviation Museum in Maryland.   

About the Authors

Craig Nelson

Craig Nelson served as the vice president and executive editor of Harper & Row, Hyperion, and Random House.  His books include "The First Heroes" and "Thomas Paine."  For more on Mr. Nelson and his work, visit: craignelson.us. 

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Rocket Men: The Epic Story of the First Men on the Moon

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Past Airings

  • Tuesday, September 8th at 2am (ET)
  • Monday, September 7th at 2pm (ET)
  • Sunday, July 19th at 6pm (ET)
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