Opportunities for Industry and Education in the Space Age: A Speech by Senator Robert S. Kerr, 1961-05-25

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 85

Identifier: CAC_CC_31_7_6_85_0002

Scope and Contents

Senator Robert S. Kerr discusses the opportunities for industry and education in the Space Age, emphasizing the importance of space exploration for economic growth. He highlights the potential for industrial expansion in Oklahoma, citing factors such as natural resources and skilled labor. Kerr also addresses skepticism towards space exploration, comparing it to past voyages of discovery. He concludes by emphasizing the need for continual innovation to drive economic growth.

Dates

Creation: 1961-05-25

Creator

Kerr, Robert S. (Robert Samuel), 1896-1963 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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