Gemini 6 and 7 perform first controlled rendezvous in Earth orbit 60 years ago today (Dec 15 1965)

1960s, space exploration


Video: 'CBS Special Report : Two Week in Space (Gemini 6/7 Rendezvouz) - 1965-12-15'

(Wednesday, December 15, 1965, 12:27 p.m. EST) — Two U.S. manned spacecraft, Gemini 6A and Gemini 7, maneuvered to within 10 feet of each other today while in orbit.


Video: '(4) Gemini 6 (CBS NEWS)' (CBS coverage begins at 7:30 a.m. EST with launch at 8:37:26)