Background of Rocketry

Year Published: 1957

Creator: The Physical Science Laboratory of New Mexico College of A. and M.A. Dr. Russell K. Sherburne Paul Rader Fred Lawrence Joe La Covic

Format: 16mm

Description: Traces the various methods of propulsion. Explains the development of jet propulsion by the Chinese in 1232. Relates the history of the use of rocker power to the age of firearms. Shows how the rocket became an important weapon at sea because of the flammable nature of the ships. Surveys the actualities and dreams of rocketry throughout its development. (New Mexico College of A. & M.A.) Film.

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