What does The Future Hold For Lunar Exploration?

Fifty years after Apollo 11, the world is heading back to the Moon—but this time, we’re staying. This documentary explores the next era of lunar exploration, from the Moon Village concept to the discovery of water ice at the poles. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more.

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