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Vertical Veronique

Vertical Veronique
Clip: 356120_1_1
Year Shot: 1959 (Actual Year)
Audio: Yes
Video: B/W
Tape Master: 1657
Original Film: 032-022-04
HD: N/A
Location: Algeria
Timecode: 00:36:13 - 00:37:01

Vertical Veronique Trim, slim Veronique, a French research rocket, soars 112 miles upward from the Sahara. It's one in a series of launchings to study the upper atmosphere. An enlightening glimpse of a member of France's successful rocket program. Men make preparations for the launch, adjust equipment, etc. The rocket takes off.