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S26·E12 The Last Man on the Moon

Core Aired December 6, 1982
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Synopsis

Less than four years after Neil Armstrong made his 'one small step ...', Commander Eugene Cernan became the last man on the moon. In December 1972 when Challenger, the lunar module of Apollo 17, lifted off from the moon carrying Commander Cernan and his colleague Jack Schmitt , the first phase of lunar exploration was at an end. Now, ten years later, Eugene Cernan relives his experiences of that epic 13-day trip, and talks to Patrick Moore about what he believes the Apollo missions mean to mankind.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 26 Episode 12 of The Sky at Night air?

Season 26, Episode 12 ('The Last Man on the Moon') originally aired on December 6, 1982.

How long is Season 26 Episode 12 ('The Last Man on the Moon')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for The Sky at Night.

What happens in The Sky at Night Season 26 Episode 12?

Less than four years after Neil Armstrong made his 'one small step ...', Commander Eugene Cernan became the last man on the moon. In December 1972 when Challenger, the lunar module of Apollo 17, lifted off from the moon carrying Commander Cernan and his colleague Jack Schmitt , the first phase of lu...

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