Eye in the Sky

The Story of the CORONA Spy Satellites

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science, International, International Security, Science & Nature, Technology, Engineering, History, Americas, United States, 20th Century
Cover of the book Eye in the Sky by Dwayne Day, Smithsonian
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Dwayne Day ISBN: 9781588345189
Publisher: Smithsonian Publication: May 26, 2015
Imprint: Smithsonian Books Language: English
Author: Dwayne Day
ISBN: 9781588345189
Publisher: Smithsonian
Publication: May 26, 2015
Imprint: Smithsonian Books
Language: English

Presenting the full story of the CORONA spy satellites' origins, Eye in the Sky explores the Cold War technology and far-reaching effects of the satellites on foreign policy and national security. Arguing that satellite reconnaissance was key to shaping the course of the Cold War, the book documents breakthroughs in intelligence gathering and achievements in space technology that rival the landing on the moon.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Presenting the full story of the CORONA spy satellites' origins, Eye in the Sky explores the Cold War technology and far-reaching effects of the satellites on foreign policy and national security. Arguing that satellite reconnaissance was key to shaping the course of the Cold War, the book documents breakthroughs in intelligence gathering and achievements in space technology that rival the landing on the moon.

More books from Smithsonian

Cover of the book With Schwarzkopf by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book The Museum in Transition by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Un Tejido Magico by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book War Games by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Ethics on the Ark by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book The Flight 981 Disaster by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book The Smithsonian Book of Presidential Trivia by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book The American Vice Presidency by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book From Knowledge to Narrative by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Space Shuttle 1981-2011 by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book American Endurance by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Cubano Be, Cubano Bop by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Cancer in the Community by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Last Days of the Concorde by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book American Enterprise by Dwayne Day
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy