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Out of This World

Series 1

The Space Race

Duration: 11 minutes

First broadcast: on CBBC ChannelLatest broadcast: on CBBC HD

Available for years

In this episode, Dr Maggie tells the story of the Space Race, what it was, the key missions involved and how the USA, competing against and then collaborating with the Soviet Union, got us to where we are today in space.

Dr Maggie’s guest is Tim Peake, the first British astronaut to live on board ISS, who tells us how astronauts from different countries successfully work together in space.

Dr Maggie also answers your space questions and unveils her top five 'firsts in space'.

Buckle up, it’s time to go Out Of this World! Show less

Contributors

Executive Producer:
Miles Jarvis
Executive Producer:
Jaimi West

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