First Man on the Moon
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NOVA presents an intimate portrait of Neil Armstrong, the first person to set foot on the moon, through interviews with Armstrong's family and friends. The film reveals his achievements as a Navy combat veteran and pioneer of high-speed flight. NOVA revisits the final moments of the Apollo 11 landing, when Armstrong brought the Eagle down safely with seconds to spare. But he regretted that he got so much credit for the team effort that the lunar landing represented. In its exploration of this quietly effective man, NOVA explores his achievements following Apollo. This is an inspiring story of heroic risk-taking and humble dedication to advancing humanity's adventure in space.

Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 4122

About Nova:

PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines.

Along the way, NOVA programs demystify science and technology and highlight the people involved in scientific pursuits.


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Wed, Jul 16 10:00 P.M. When Whales Could Walk     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Jul 18 3:00 P.M. When Whales Could Walk     NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Jul 19 2:00 P.M. When Whales Could Walk     NH Explore (11.2)
Sun, Jul 20 12:00 A.M. When Whales Could Walk     NHPBS (11.1)
Sun, Jul 20 5:00 A.M. When Whales Could Walk     NH Explore (11.2)
Sun, Jul 20 8:00 P.M. When Whales Could Walk     NH Explore (11.2)
Mon, Jul 21 12:00 A.M. When Whales Could Walk     NH Explore (11.2)
Tue, Jul 22 7:00 P.M. When Whales Could Walk     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 23 12:00 A.M. When Whales Could Walk     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 23 8:00 A.M. When Whales Could Walk     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 23 11:00 A.M. Solar System: Volcano Worlds     NH Explore (11.2)
Wed, Jul 23 10:00 P.M. Rise of the Mammals     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Jul 25 3:00 P.M. Rise of the Mammals     NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Jul 26 2:00 P.M. Rise of the Mammals     NH Explore (11.2)
Sun, Jul 27 12:00 A.M. Rise of the Mammals     NHPBS (11.1)
Sun, Jul 27 5:00 A.M. Rise of the Mammals     NH Explore (11.2)


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