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Why Explore Space? A 1970 Letter to a Nun in Africa

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submitted over 7 years ago by taya

submitted over 7 years ago by taya

  • Ernst Stuhlinger, an accomplished scientist, wrote a letter in 1970 to Sister Mary Jucunda, explaining the value of space exploration despite challenges like hunger on Earth.
  • He believed that space exploration could lead to technological advancements and scientific knowledge that could ultimately help solve problems like poverty and hunger.
  • Stuhlinger highlighted the importance of the space program in advancing technology, scientific research, and international cooperation, emphasizing that the benefits of space exploration could have a positive impact on life on Earth.
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