In 1972, astronaut Charles Duke took over 1,000 photographs of the lunar surface during the Apollo XVI mission.
Synopsis
In 1972, astronaut Charles Duke took over 1,000 photographs of the lunar surface during the Apollo XVI mission.
Synopsis
Charles Duke landed on the Moon in 1972 as part of Apollo XVI. He was responsible for taking photographs of the lunar surface. The documentary covers his experiences during the mission. It also contrasts the analogue era of lunar exploration with today’s technology. Virtual recreations of the Moon in Google Earth illustrate this shift. The film has a runtime of 20 minutes and was released in 2019.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See Charles Duke's lunar photography from Apollo XVI.
- Find out how technology changed lunar exploration.
- Meet the first astronauts to photograph the Moon.
Did You Know
- Charles Duke landed on the Moon in 1972 during Apollo XVI.
- Duke was in charge of taking photos of the lunar surface.
- The film has a duration of 20 minutes.
- Google Earth allows virtual exploration of the Moon today.
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Who was the astronaut that landed on the Moon with Apollo XVI?
Charles Duke was the astronaut who landed on the Moon with Apollo XVI in 1972.
What was Charles Duke's role during the Apollo XVI mission?
Charles Duke was in charge of taking photos of the lunar surface during the Apollo XVI mission.
What year was the documentary 'The Sasha' released?
'The Sasha' was released in 2019.
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