Keep Watching the Skies!

The narrative highlights the emergence of the "Moonwatchers," a group of everyday individuals who became vital contributors to the early Space Age following the launch of Sputnik in 1957. These citizen-scientists collaborated with professional astronomers, offering essential data on the first satellites. Patrick McCray captures their spirit of civic pride and excitement for space exploration, revealing how these largely overlooked pioneers played a crucial role in one of the most significant scientific endeavors of the twentieth century.