The John Glenn story.
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Traces the career of John Glenn, first U.S. astronaut, from his school days in New Concord, Ohio, to his speech to the U.S. Congress after his orbital flight. Pictures Glenn as a typical, but highly successful, American boy. Interviews many people in his town who speak well of him and follows his career in the armed forces. Shows preparations for the space flight, the blast off, Glenn in flight, the return from orbit, the parades, and the appearance before Congress.
Credits
- Directed by
- Michael Lawrence
- Written by
- William L. Hendricks
- Produced by
- William L. Hendricks
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Portrays events in the life of Lt. Col. John Glenn, stressing American ideals and the importance of physical, mental, and moral values as exemplified in his life. Documents Col. Glenn's youth in New Concord, Ohio, his heroism as a marine pilot in World War II and the Korean War, and his experiences as the first American to orbit the earth. Includes a message from President Kennedy.
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- Wikidata · Q2674555 ↗ — year, creator, country, genre, credits
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