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Transcript of a speech given by Wernher von Braun to the Alabama Legislature.
Von Braun, then the director of Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, delivered this speech to the legislature in 1961. In the speech, he emphasizes that Alabama must take advantage of its position in the aerospace industry and create a robust "academic and research environment" in Huntsville to attract businesses that "will give birth to major new industries throughout the state." He exhorts the legislature to fund the newly established University of Alabama Research Institute (now part of the University of Alabama in Huntsville), arguing that "the Institute will not only be self-sustaining, but will enrich the State both financially and culturally." The legislature later approved von Braun's request of $3 million for the Research Institute, enabling the purchase of 200 acres of land for the campus and the construction of the Institute in 1964. The speech includes copies of slides von Braun used during his presentation, including diagrams of Saturn and Nova rockets as well as a mockup of a Saturn rocket on the lawn of the state capitol in Montgomery. -
U.S. Army Ordnance Missile Command Armed Forces Day 1961 After-Action Report.
The report outlines highlights of the Armed Forces Day, including attendance, media, and the parade lineup. The theme of the day was "Power for Peace." The report includes news clippings, a Redstone Arsenal welcome brochure, and photographs of the festivities in downtown Huntsville and at Redstone Arsenal. -
"Memorandum for the Associate Administrator: Artificial Gravity Considerations for Project Apollo."
This memorandum contains artificial gravity considerations for Project Apollo and was directed to Seamans, Wernher von Braun, Donlon, and Gilruth. Silverstein writes that he believes it is too early to tell if the Apollo spacecraft is capable of providing artificial gravity. -
"Welding for aerospace application : a panel discussion."
Original is a photocopy; W. A. Wilson, Chairman; Russell Meredith, North American Aviation; Robert Hackman, Linde Company; Frank Wallace, Pratt-Whitney Aircraft; P.G. Parks, NASA, MSFC; G. O. Hoglund, Aluminum Company of America. -
"Tooling for aerospace application."
Presented to the American Ordnance Association. A presentation on Saturn S-IC Tooling in order to demonstrate the trend towards larger tooling support. Focuses on the tank-structures primarily. -
"Welcome back planned for 'Gum Drop' crew."
A news article detailing the festivities planned upon the return of nine astronauts returning from a 10-day mission. -
"Dual ceremonies honor astronauts of Apollo 9."
A news article detailing the 'welcome back' ceremony for the nine astronauts who had just returned from a 10-day mission. -
"Company announces scholarship winners: Space Division places 9 of 21 boys and 16 girls."
A news article detailing the winners of scholarships from a competition held by Space Division. This contest was held for the children of Space Division employees. -
"Apollo 10 to simulate lunar landing mission."
A news article describing that Apollo 10's goal is to simulate a lunar landing in preparation for the real mission. -
"NR executives hail technology exchange."
A news article detailing a Technology Exchange event held by North American Rockwell Corperation. -
"All systems 'go' for liftoff of Apollo 10."
News article detailing that the final preparations for the lift-off of the Apollo rocket have been completed. -
"Moon brought near by Apollo 8 mission."
News article detailing the recovery of the Apollo 8 crew after its successful mission. -
"Astronaut trio sees 'successful' Apollo 9 mission."
News article detailing the hope from the Apollo 9 crew that their mission will be a success. -
"Dec. 21 - 4:51 a.m. -One of great explorations of all time begins."
News article detailing how Apollo 8 is ready for launch and the anticipation surrounding it. -
"Countdown trials start for launch."
News article detailing how the crew of the Apollo 8 are preparing for launch with a "dry run." -
"Five manned Apollo flights scheduled this year."
News article detailing the planning of five more projects after the successful mission of Apollo 8. -
"July 16th confirmed as definite for Apollo 11."
News article covering NASA's announcement of Apollo 11's launch-date: July 16th. -
"July 16th still set as Apollo 11's 'L-Day.'"
News article confirming NASA's announcement of Apollo 11's launch-day. Focuses on the optimism surrounding the launch as well. -
"Apollo 9 flight ends; Astronauts return."
News article detailing the recovery of the Apollo 9 crew after their mission -
"Apollo 9 command module arrives home."
News article detialing the recovery of the Apollo 9 command module and the events planned around its display. -
"New Liftoff date only change in Apollo 10 mission."
News article detailing the slight change in schedule regarding the Apollo 10 lunar module's take-off from the Moon and its return to Earth. -
"Astronauts set to preform key test of lunar landing technique."
News article detailing an experiment revolving around taking photographs from a high altitude to observe the Earth's surface. -
"Apollo 10 crew ready for return from space."
News article detailing the Apollo 10 crew's preparations to return to Earth from lunar orbit. -
"Apollo 10 in spotlight as CDDT is completed."
News article detailing the attention Apollo 10 is getting after its successful countdown demonstration test (CDDT). -
"SII, with all spray foam insulation MTF-bound."
News article detialing the innovation of the SII's design, specifically how it is made lighter. -
"Flight to test lunar module for moon landing."
News article detailing a test for the lunar module to see if it is able to land properly. -
"AAP review slated next week."
News article detailing the purpose of the PDR, that being to review the APP's configuration and program plans and technical specifications. -
"Craft destined for use in lunar landing mission."
News article detailing how the Apollo spacecraft 107 command modules are planned to be used in future space-missions. -
"Astronaut crewmen take part in final electronic checkout."
News article detailing the final tests leading up to the launch of the Apollo 103. -
"Welcome back planned for 'Gum drop' crew."
News article detailing the planned 'Welcome back' events surrounding the resturn of the Apollo 9 crew. -
"Saturn I/IB quarterly film report no. 25."
Memo gives dates and times of the interlock for final I.O. approval. -
"Security classification review of Saturn I/IB quarterly film report, no. 25."
Memo to Mr. Lee Cropp informing that the subject film report was reviewed for security classification. -
"Security classification review of Saturn I/IB quarterly film report, no. 25."
Memo to Mr. Lee Cropp, I-RM-D. -
"Saturn I/IB quarterly film report no. 26."
Memo is from Chief, Program Management Information, I-RM-D.; The date and time of the interlock for the final I.O. approval is given. -
"Saturn I/IB quarterly film report no. 24."
Gives dates and time of interlock for final I.O. approval. -
"Classification review of Saturn I/IB quarterly film report, no. 24."
Memo to Lee Cropp, I-RM-D concerning security classification. -
"Security classification review of quarterly film report no. 23."
Memo to Mr. Lee Cropp indicating that 'the film' had been reviewed and was deemed to contain no classified information. -
"Draft script Saturn I/IB quarterly film report no. 25."
MSFC routing slip to Mr. Lee Cropp concerning the draft copy. Contains hand-written editing suggestions, as well as a note that even if these suggestions are applied, that does not imply approval of the script for use. Covers July, August and September, 1965. -
"Michoud operations : historical operations: July 1, 1963 - December 31, 1963."
Historical report from July 1st to December 31st.