Apollo 17: On the Shoulders of Giants

Synopsis
The final moon mission (launched 6 Dec 1972) was notable for the discovery of orange-coloured soil. The film includes activity at the ground centres, with specialists’ comments on both the mission and future developments (including the eventual voyage beyond the solar system to seek another planet Earth).
Language
English
Country
United States
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 29 min.
Year of production
1973
Availability
out of distribution; 1995 sale: £11 (+VAT + p&p)
Notes
This footage is also available as part of a separate video compilation entitled NASA - THE BIG MISSIONS.
Subjects
Space science
Keywords
moon; space exploration; space technology

Sponsor

Name

NASA

Web
http://www.nasa.gov/ External site opens in new window
Notes
use for National Aeronautics & Space Administration
Name

United States Information Agency

Distributor

Name

British Interplanetary Society

Email
mail@bis-spaceflight.com
Web
http://www.bis-spaceflight.com/salesB.htm External site opens in new window
Phone
020 7735 3160
Address
27-29 South Lambeth Road
London
SW8 1SZ
Name

CCK Video Services Ltd

Phone
020 7495 7005
Fax
020 7409 1808
Address
LONDON
W1Y 1RB

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