The Astronaut Wives Club
The race for space was fought in high heels.
As America’s astronauts were launched on death-defying missions, Life Magazine documented the astronauts’ families, capturing the behind-the-scenes lives of their young wives. Overnight, these women were transformed from military spouses into American royalty. As their celebrity rose and tragedy began to touch their lives, they rallied together.
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Ep 1Launch
After NASA selects seven men to be the first Americans in space, their wives soon end up becoming American royalty.
Ep 2Protocol
Louise and Alan enjoy the mission's success. Betty gets ready for Gus' launch. Annie finds it hard to deal with her stutter.
Ep 3Retroattitude
Scott gets ready for his launch and Rene gets the chance to tell her story in a magazine interview.
Ep 4Liftoff
Deke and Marge take on new roles whilst things begin to thaw between Gordo and Trudy.
Ep 5Flashpoint
Trudy finds out that attempts are being made to quash a burgeoning astronaut training program organized for women.
Ep 6In the Blind
John Glenn stands for the Ohio senate. A personal matter leaves Alan Shepherd's career in doubt.
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