Katherine Johnson's Impact on the U.S. Space Program

The video discusses Catherine Johnson's significant contributions to NASA during the Space Race, including her work on the Mercury 7 mission and the Moon landing. It highlights her mathematical expertise, her role in ensuring the success of John Glenn's orbit, and her involvement in the Apollo 13 mission. The video also covers her adaptation to computer technology and concludes with a review and quiz.

What major event did Catherine Johnson contribute to in 1969?

What problem did the Apollo 13 mission face, and how did Catherine Johnson help?

How did Catherine Johnson adapt to the introduction of electronic computers at NASA?