Welcome to CarnarvonSpace
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| + | “This work links Western Australian social history to the international history of science and technology in a highly readable way. Its lively exploration of Carnarvon's critical role in support of NASA space missions reminds us that history in living memory is no less surprising than the events of long ago. The use of maps, cartoons, photographs and personal reminiscences enhance the appeal of an intriguing story." | ||
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| [[Book Orders for delivery in Australia|>>> CLICK HERE TO ORDER BOOK <<<]] | [[Book Orders for delivery in Australia|>>> CLICK HERE TO ORDER BOOK <<<]] | ||
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This site celebrates Western Australia's role in Space research and, in particular, Carnarvon's critical role supporting NASA's Gemini, Apollo and Skylab projects. The companion book, "Carnarvon and Apollo: One giant leap for a small Australian town ", published by Rosenberg Publishing, is now available. The book cover is displayed on the right-hand side of this page.
'The return of the Eagle';
Photo: NASA;
Cover: Catrionadesign.
NASA's Carnarvon Space Tracking Station
OTC Satellite Earth Station Carnarvon
Life in Carnarvon with the Trackers
Western Australian Space Museum
Margaret Medcalf Award 2011
Special Commendation
“This work links Western Australian social history to the international history of science and technology in a highly readable way. Its lively exploration of Carnarvon's critical role in support of NASA space missions reminds us that history in living memory is no less surprising than the events of long ago. The use of maps, cartoons, photographs and personal reminiscences enhance the appeal of an intriguing story."
>>> CLICK HERE TO ORDER BOOK <<<
Most recent pages added: . . . pending [[|]]
Related 'Carnarvon Tracking Station' web-sites
Terry Kierans's CROtrak at http://crotrak.com/
Colin Mackellar's http://www.honeysucklecreek.net under 'Other Stations'
Email info@carnarvonspace.com . . . to contact site manager, Paul Dench
