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The First Woman to Fly in America

In 1825, a balloonist named “Madame Johnson” took to the skies over New York. Who was she?

Command and Control at Sea

Aircraft carriers are being readied for next-generation warfare that relies on unmanned aerial vehicles.

When Apollo Went to Japan

At Expo ’70, I was the happy ambassador for the U.S. Space program.

There Are More Viruses Than Stars in the Universe

And yes, they’re alive.

Special Issue! Carrier: City at Sea

Published in time for National U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Month, this 96-page special edition outlines the technology, history, aircraft, and traditions of a modern U.S. carrier.

The First Woman to Fly in America — The First Woman to Fly in America

In 1825, a balloonist named “Madame Johnson” took to the skies over New York. Who was she?

Command and Control at Sea — Command and Control at Sea

Aircraft carriers are being readied for next-generation warfare that relies on unmanned aerial vehicles.

When Apollo Went to Japan — When Apollo Went to Japan

At Expo ’70, I was the happy ambassador for the U.S. Space program.

There Are More Viruses Than Stars in the Universe — There Are More Viruses Than Stars in the Universe

And yes, they’re alive.

Special Issue! Carrier: City at Sea — Special Issue! Carrier: City at Sea

Published in time for National U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Month, this 96-page special edition outlines the technology, history, aircraft, and traditions of a modern U.S. carrier.

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