Friendship 7
1962
00:55:19
Suitable All Ages
Description
On February 20, 1962, John H. Glenn, Jr., became the first American to orbit Earth. An Atlas launch vehicle propelled a Mercury spacecraft into Earth orbit and enabled Glenn to circle Earth three times. The mission was named ‘Friendship 7’ by the astronaut. The flight lasted a total of 4 hours, 55 minutes, and 23 seconds before the Mercury spacecraft splashed down in the ocean. Most major systems worked smoothly, and the flight was a great success as an engineering feat.
Status:
Released
Languages:
English
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