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Is The Great Wall Of China Actually Visible From Space?

Ep. 28
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Have you ever wondered if you can really see the Great Wall of China from space? Turns out, it's not as simple as you might think! We dive into the story behind NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao's famous photograph and the surprising difficulties of spotting man-made landmarks from the International Space Station. Join Hunter as he explores astronaut experiences, The Great Wall of China, and Earth observation on this episode of Fool's FAQ.

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