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American Experience

American Experience

1988Returning Series38 Seasons400 Episodes6.6TMDB
PBS

TV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.

Season 31 · Episode 4

Chasing the Moon - Earthrise

Aired Jul 9, 2019at 9PM·55m

What exactly was it going to take for America to beat the Soviets to the moon? Cold War tensions persisted, as rumours circulated that the Soviets were preparing to send an unmanned spacecraft to the moon. Nasa quickly developed the Gemini program, sending astronauts into orbit around the Earth to practice critical manoeuvres for the eventual trip to the moon.

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When did American Experience Season 31 Episode 4 air?

American Experience Season 31 Episode 4 aired on July 9, 2019 at 9 PM ET.

How long is American Experience Season 31 Episode 4?

This episode runs for approximately 55 minutes.

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