Scientific Facts for Moon Landing Conspiracy Theorists:
An Essay on the Apollo 11 Conspiracies
Tatiana Odishoo
Ms. Betances, English 1 Pre-IB
Global Issue Research Paper
June1, 2011
Odishoo, Tatiana
Ms. Betances/ English 1 Pre-IB Per.5
Global Issue Draft
20 May 2011
Scientific Facts for Moon Landing Conspiracy Theorists
People around the globe are familiar with the triumphant words, “One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” However, nearly 20% (Russo) believe they were not said up in space, but in a set created by Americans unable to get to the actual moon. It’s concerning that some people think the moon landing was faked, and the conspiracy is starting to become a global issue. The lunar landing was not a hoax.
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And why the Soviets (also in the space race to get to the moon) did not show any signs of protest? Every conspiracy theory about the Lunar Landing can be posed, but every single one has a logical retaliation, backed up by nothing but scientific fact.
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1. "Apollo Moon Rocks." Curators Chioce. Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. 15 Oct. 2007 http://www.nasm.si.edu/exhibitions/cchoice/moonrocks/moonrocks3.htm.
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