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 Snakes in Question, Second Edition by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book See America First by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Museums, Objects, and Collections by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Astride Two Worlds by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Engaging Smithsonian Objects through Science, History, and the Arts by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book How McGruff and the Crying Indian Changed America by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Art in Shell of the Ancient Americans by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Making Museums Matter by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book The Smithsonian First Ladies Collection by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Conservation Concerns by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book How the Great Pyramid Was Built by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book The Nation's Hangar by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book When Thunder Rolled by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Falling to Earth by Dwayne Day
Cover of the book Airlines of the Jet Age 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