In 1962, NASA’s engineers spent more time bickering than building. The big...

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In 1962, NASA’s engineers spent more time bickering than building. The big debate? Whether to launch one massive, risky ship or master the precision of docking in orbit. The hardest part of the moon race was just agreeing on how to get there.