FIRST THOR DISCOVERER I LAUNCH — Part 2 | The Archive Project

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This clip is Part 2 of a 2-part film. Watch from the beginning

Description

Summary: Newsreel coverage of first launch and programmed climb of Thor-Agena carrying Discoverer I, including scenes of photo team setting up cameras prior to launch and in operation during missile lift-off. Good (Basic: Orig color)

Collection

Records of U.S. Air Force Commands, Activities, and Organizations

Series

Moving Images Relating to Military Aviation Activities

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Date

1947–1984

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TRT

2:36

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