NASA's First Trained Astronaut in Space

The video recounts the story of Ham, the first hominid in space, and his role in Project Mercury during the space race between the USA and USSR. It details the selection and training of Ham, his mission aboard the Mercury Redstone rocket, and the challenges faced during the flight. Despite technical issues, Ham survived the mission, paving the way for human space travel. The video highlights the legacy of Ham's mission, which contributed to the success of subsequent human spaceflights and the ongoing exploration of space.

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