The Apollo 1 Tragedy

Our story delves into the catastrophic event of January 27, 1967, focusing on the Apollo 1 tragedy and its profound impact on space exploration. We delve into the pivotal moments leading up to the disaster, then explore the lives and legacies of astronauts Gus Grissom, Ed White, and Roger Chaffee. Their dedication and bravery not only paved the way for future missions but also left an enduring legacy, demonstrating the human capacity for resilience and the relentless pursuit of progress despite great adversity.
This documentary goes beyond the tragedy, examining the subsequent investigation, the critical safety reforms implemented by NASA, and how these changes propelled the Apollo missions to success. Witness the resilience and innovation that led to groundbreaking advancements in space travel, culminating in the iconic moon landing of Apollo 11 and beyond.
Featuring archival footage, and dynamic animations, this documentary is a tribute to human courage, ingenuity, and the unyielding pursuit of knowledge. Join us in revisiting one of humanity's most audacious achievements: the moon landing, a symbol of what we can accomplish when we dare to dream big and work tirelessly towards our goals.
Perfect for enthusiasts of space history, science, technology, and the enduring spirit of exploration, this film sheds light on the pivotal moments and key figures that shaped the course of space exploration. Subscribe and embark on a journey through time, celebrating the legacy of the Apollo program and its significance in our quest to explore the vastness of space.

[@jooei2810]

Losing Gus Grissom, Ed White and Roger Chaffee is a national tragedy.

[@BELCAN57]

I was a ten year old kid and deep into "outer space" when this happened. It was a real gut punch.

[@rickb2432]

I’ve been a space junkie since I was a little kid. Gus was my hero. When I saw this on TV at 8 years old I cried.

[@stormyswearengen9102]

I can only imagine your upset, as a boy.

[@rayhallett]

I am old enough to remember watching the first moonwalk. I have watched dozens and dozens of documentaries about all aspects of the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo programs. But I have never seen much of the footage that you used for this documentary. Man, I hope you turn your attention to other stories of the early space program, I. can't wait to see what you turn out. Stunning!!!!

[@Forgotten_Fables]

Thank you for the kind words. Glad you enjoyed it! I'll certainly be doing more early space program content in the future! Cheers

[@jeffjeff4477]

I too really enjoyed this segment. Subbed. More please

[@Forgotten_Fables]

@@jeffjeff4477 Thank you!!

[@Rosco-P.Coldchain]

Watching this while eating my tea and have started with terrible wind 💨

[@BedsitBob]

There's a fascinating story about Roger Chaffee. The Apollo 1 crew were visiting the factory that was building the CM, when Roger spotted a groups of men standing apart from the rest of the people there. He learned these were the men, who built the machines, that built the machines, that built the CM. He went over and spoke to them, and made them feel that they were the most important people there.

[@Forgotten_Fables]

Thank you for that curious anecdote!

[@Astronetics]

@@Forgotten_Fables Glad I'm not the only one that went "what are you talking about" when reading that comment.

[@phillydelphia8760]

This is a really well made mini-doc. Great footage, well put together with fantastic music to really set the mood. Above all else, it's informative. Subscribed and i hope to see more videos from your channel pop up in my feed!

[@Forgotten_Fables]

So glad you enjoyed! Thank you for the kindness!

[@stellarwind1946]

13:22 is a great description of what a fire would be like in a pure oxygen atmosphere

[@larryburchfield9965]

One would think that a fire suppression system would have been the first thing engineers would have thought about.

[@mickd6942]

They died on the day I was born so every year I have a drink and say a prayer for them on my Birthday to keep their memory alive .

[@stormyswearengen9102]

That's a very kind jesture.

[@Rosco-P.Coldchain]

N1 mick

[@wojceichgaming8642]

Great documentary! I'm a big space nerd -- could I ask where you sourced your footage? It looks really good!

[@Forgotten_Fables]

Hey, thank you for the kind words. Most of the NASA footage is U.S. National Archives footage. Very glad you enjoyed!

[@cave_rock_croc3040]

Apollo program vids. would be pure nirvana..!

[@wirksworthsrailway]

Excellent job - well done!

[@Forgotten_Fables]

Glad you liked it! Thank you!!

[@brianharris8115]

So, they never tested a fire in a 100% oxygen atmosphere? How stupid!

[@conradsieber7883]

Sadly astronauts that visited North American Aviation in California to see construction of the Apollo command module complained to NASA management about shoddy construction. Obviously their complaints went unheeded a theme in the Challenger and Columbia tragedies: warnings about safety problems going unheeded.

[@mikegallant811]

Ad Astra Per Aspera.

[@rossthompson7956]

Sad

[@adrianwalker8054]

technology was more advanced in the 60s , that’s basically what NASA is saying lol

[@hopelessnerd6677]

What does "advanced" mean? We still do things the same way. You can do most anything with a blank check.

[@user-zi8ux6fy2n]

I got to listen to the Challenger STS-51 recovered flight recorder. I STILL have nightmares and flashbacks of those poor souls frantic screams on that free fall to the oceans surface. I can't get those screams outta my head. RIP Challenger and Crew 🇺🇸🫡😢

[@Nighthawk268]

No you didn't.

[@user-zi8ux6fy2n]

@@Nighthawk268 well I know YOU didn't... AND your disbelief makes it that much more intensive... Gameboy!!!

[@trevorsimpkins3142]

Stop lying dude. No such recording exists since after vehicle breakup, there was no power to run any recorders and there was no battery backup. Lying POS.

[@gonzaloreyes8782]

JFK said return save from the moon. From the moon or from the earth?

[@davidhoward4715]

What?

[@djpalindrome]

The original Command Module by North American was so shoddily built it probably could have never made it to the moon and back

[@chrisvig123]

How do you know? Were you an engineer working there? If not stfu and just stay in your mommy’s basement

[@leelunk8235]

MAN NEVER LANDED ON THE MOON, NOT BACK THEN WITH TERRIBLE TECHNOLOGY AND CERTANLY NOT NOW WITH ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY, NOW GO CRY ME A RIVER

[@JeanRodo]

We did go to the moon, cope, seethe even xD

[@leelunk8235]

@@JeanRodo BS

[@jooei2810]

Aww, a flat earther has entered the chat.

[@jooei2810]

You besmirch the sacrifice that these brave men gave in this epic endeavor, you are less than nothing!

[@leelunk8235]

@@jooei2810 NOT A FLAT EARTHER BUT YOU ARE SINCE YOU BELIEVE THAT MAN STEPPED FOOT ON THE MOON IN 1968, LMAO

[@user-oq2rx2bj4u]

Wow. Guys screaming for help and nobody reacting or seemed to care is so trifle. American way

[@davidhoward4715]

Why are you blatantly lying? What benefit do you get out of it?