Three pioneering Black astronauts, including Guion Bluford, broke barriers in a field marked by racial discrimination to advance space exploration.
“The untold story of the first black astronauts.”
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Three pioneering Black astronauts, including Guion Bluford, broke barriers in a field marked by racial discrimination to advance space exploration.
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Guion Bluford became the first Black astronaut in space in 1983. In The Space Race, he joins Ed Dwight, a pioneering test pilot, and Charles Bolden, a former NASA administrator, as key figures in a narrative of perseverance against racial barriers. The film recounts their personal stories within the context of the space program, detailing their contributions and struggles for equality in STEM careers.
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- Meet Guion Bluford, the first Black astronaut in space.
- Find out about Ed Dwight's groundbreaking test piloting.
- See Charles Bolden's role as NASA administrator.
Did You Know
- Guion Bluford became the first Black astronaut in space in 1983.
- Ed Dwight was a trailblazing test pilot during the 1960s.
- Charles Bolden served as NASA administrator from 2009 to 2017.
- The documentary has a runtime of 91 minutes.
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Who was the first Black astronaut in space?
Guion Bluford was the first Black astronaut in space.
What is the duration of the documentary The Space Race?
The duration of The Space Race is 91 minutes.
Who directed the documentary The Space Race?
The documentary was directed by Diego Hurtado de Mendoza.
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