Illuminates the life and work of a brilliant engineer who struggled to meet the military demands of his political masters, whilst devoting as much time as possible to his real passion, exploring outer space. Under Korolyov's leadership the 'little eagles' of the USSR beat the Americans in the early stages of the space race, including the first human in space.
Illuminates the life and work of a brilliant engineer who struggled to meet the military demands of his political masters, whilst devoting as much time as possible to his real passion, exploring outer space. Under Korolyov's leadership the 'little eagles' of the USSR beat the Americans in the early stages of the space race, including the first human in space.