The science that allowed Robert Goddard to blast into history

We wouldn't have had rockets delivering astronauts into space, sending satellites into orbit or robots exploring the limits of our existence if it wasn't for Robert Goddard. He took humanity another step forward – and here's how.

Published 23 Nov 2022, 11:00 GMT
The science that allowed Robert Goddard to blast into history

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