Episode of Series “March of Time”.
This film surveys the research, both military and civilian, taking place in astrophysical problems. Introduces equipment being used showing the world’s largest telescope in operation, and introduces important scientists involved in space research. The findings to date are shown in relation to space distances, showing how much must still be worked out before we can explore space to any degree. Spectacular shots photographed from a rocket sent 75 miles into the atmosphere conclude the film.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
007544
Language
English
Subject categories
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Rockets (Aeronautics)
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Research
History → Technology and civilization
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Astrophysics
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Outer space - Exploration
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Scientists
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Space sciences
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Space sciences - History
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Technology and civilization
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)