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Eyewitness to History: My Time at Cape Canaveral during the Space Race   

Join Jeff Hessel as he recounts his incredible journey at Cape Canaveral, ground zero of our space program. After graduating with an engineering degree, he started his career with the Apollo program at the Cape during the height of the Space Race. The presentation includes the history of the Cape, why the location was selected, competition with the Soviet Union, rare archival footage of JFK’s last visit to the Cape, six days before his tragic trip to Dallas, witnessing the Apollo 11 launch, and much more. The presentation combines history, some little-known facts, and Jeff’s own experiences. His behind-the-scenes narrative about this unique time in our history is both educational and entertaining.

Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.
 
  • Eyewitness to History: My Time at Cape Canaveral during the Space Race
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Dates: 12/12/2024 - 12/12/2024
    Times: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Location: Jupiter Campus
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Jeff Hessel

    Join Jeff Hessel as he recounts his incredible journey at Cape Canaveral, ground zero of our space program. After graduating with an engineering degree, he started his career with the Apollo program at the Cape during the height of the Space Race. The presentation includes the history of the Cape, why the location was selected, competition with the Soviet Union, rare archival footage of JFK’s last visit to the Cape, six days before his tragic trip to Dallas, witnessing the Apollo 11 launch, and much more. The presentation combines history, some little-known facts, and Jeff’s own experiences. His behind-the-scenes narrative about this unique time in our history is both educational and entertaining.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

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