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The Real War in Space: A Sputnik-like Event
First transmitted in 1978, this 25th anniversary edition of Panorama with Tom Mangold examines America's and Russia's dependence on military satellites.
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Mon 23 Oct 1978
20:10
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This is part of a selection of archive programmes charting America and Russia’s attempts to reach for the moon and beyond, as both competitors and allies.
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Credits
Role | Contributor |
---|---|
Presenter | Tom Mangold |
Producer | John Penycate |
Editor | Christopher Capron |
Deputy Editor | Elwyn Parry |
Film Editor | David Hope |
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- Mon 23 Oct 1978 20:10
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