An animation illustrates the rocket launching of the communications satellite Echo 1 in 1960.

The video tutorial describes a launch from Cape Canaveral, detailing the stages of the rocket as it ascends into orbit. The first stage burns out, followed by the ignition of the second stage. After the second stage burns out, the vehicle coasts for 15 minutes, stabilized by a small spin rocket. The third stage ignites and, after burning out, is separated from the payload. An explosive charge then releases a sphere, which inflates in space, shining brightly like a star.

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