Eye in the Sky: The Story of the CORONA Spy Satellites
Presenting the full story of the CORONA spy satellites' origins, Eye in the Sky explores the Cold War technology and far-reaching effects of the satellites on foreign policy and national security. Arguing that satellite reconnaissance was key to shaping the course of the Cold War, the book documents breakthroughs in intelligence gathering and achievements in space technology that rival the landing on the moon.
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Eye in the Sky: The Story of the CORONA Spy Satellites
Presenting the full story of the CORONA spy satellites' origins, Eye in the Sky explores the Cold War technology and far-reaching effects of the satellites on foreign policy and national security. Arguing that satellite reconnaissance was key to shaping the course of the Cold War, the book documents breakthroughs in intelligence gathering and achievements in space technology that rival the landing on the moon.
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Eye in the Sky: The Story of the CORONA Spy Satellites
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781560987734 |
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Publisher: | Smithsonian Institution Press |
Publication date: | 08/17/1999 |
Series: | History of Aviation Series |
Edition description: | Revised ed. |
Pages: | 320 |
Sales rank: | 777,998 |
Product dimensions: | 5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.70(d) |
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