Explore the geopolitical implications of space exploration in this 16-minute video lecture on Apollo 11 and the Space Race. Delve into the Cold War context that transformed space exploration into a battleground for global supremacy, from the launch of Sputnik to the moon landing. Examine how the Apollo program positioned the US as a technocracy and analyze the evolving landscape of space exploration, including the emergence of private enterprises and China's growing influence. Gain insights into the historical significance of the moon landing and its potential impact on future space endeavors.
Apollo 11 - The Geopolitics of Space: Past, Present, Future
Overview
Syllabus
The Moon Landings 50th Anniversary Sparks Questions
Three Primary Questions Reveal the Significance
The 1969 Landing Has Everything to Do With Geopolitics
Global Supremacy Hinges on the Space Race
Soviet Union Sparks US Outrage with Sputnik Satellite
Soviet Luna 2 Marks Moon Territory with Medallions
Apollo Program Officially Primes US for Technocracy
Moon Landing and Cold War End Hype for Space Race
US Space Force Insinuates a New Space Race
Private Enterprise Drives Space Exploration
China´s Space Exploits Spark an Asian Space Race
Moon Landing Portends Future for Further Exploration
Taught by
Wondrium
