The History of Rocket Development

The video explores the history of rocketry, starting with pioneers like Konstantin Tchaikovsky and Robert Goddard, who laid the groundwork for modern rocketry. Post-WWII, the US and USSR competed in rocket development, leading to the launch of Sputnik in 1957. This event triggered the space race, with the US focusing on reaching the moon. The systematic approach of the US culminated in the development of the Saturn 5 rocket, which remains the largest successful rocket to date.

What were the challenges faced by America and Russia in developing rockets after World War II?

What was the name of the biggest rocket developed for missions to the Moon?